East Rutherford, NJ Fishing Trip — January
Your East Rutherford, NJ Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 34°F / Low 22°F1" rain · 5 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairNorthern Pike
Various
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
January Weather in East Rutherford
34°F
Avg High
22°F
Avg Low
1"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
100 Guides Near East Rutherford
No guides are based in East Rutherford, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
Also Consider Fishing In...
What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
New Jersey Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$22.50
Non-Resident$34
Requirements
Required for ages 16-69. Trout stamp additional. Separate saltwater registry (free).
Species Regulations
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Check the current NJ Freshwater Fishing Digest for specific waterbody exceptions, including catch and release areas.
Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum
Check the current NJ Freshwater Fishing Digest for specific waterbody exceptions.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
No specific notes.