Essex Fells, NJ Fishing Trip — September
Your Essex Fells, NJ Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 77°F / Low 60°F3" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in September
ExcellentNorthern Pike
Various
ExcellentChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
September Weather in Essex Fells
77°F
Avg High
60°F
Avg Low
3"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
80 Guides Near Essex Fells
No guides are based in Essex Fells, 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
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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
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.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
No specific regulations beyond general freshwater fishing rules.
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.