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Hackettstown, NJ Fishing Trip — May

Your Hackettstown, NJ Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 51°F8.5" rain · 17 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Brown TroutExcellent
Brown Trout
Various
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing

May Weather in Hackettstown

66°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
8.5"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

30 Guides Near Hackettstown

No guides are based in Hackettstown, but these guides operate nearby.

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Chasin' Tail Sportfishing - Chasin' Tail Sportfishing
Chasin' Tail Sportfishing

Chasin' Tail Sportfishing

5(147)Top Rated

chasin' tail sportfishing, chasin' tail

Port Monmouth, New Jersey
Misty Morn Fishing Boat - Misty Morn Fishing Boat
Misty Morn Fishing Boat

Misty Morn Fishing Boat

4.6(88)Top Rated

The Misty Morn specializing in Raritan Bay party boat fishing along with large group fishing charters.

South Amboy, New Jersey
Yellow Dog Paddle - Yellow Dog Paddle
Yellow Dog Paddle

Yellow Dog Paddle

5(33)Top Rated

Yellow Dog Paddle offers Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Fishing, Full Moon/Sunset Paddles, SUP Yoga and much more! Outdoor Recreation Hunterdon County

Clinton, New Jersey
Keyport Princess - Keyport Princess
Keyport Princess

Keyport Princess

4.6(47)Top Rated

The Keyport Princess is New Jerseys premier North Jersey Head Boat Fishing and Cruising vessel. Family owned and operated offering the finest fishing experience for all anglers.

Keyport, New Jersey
Just Sayin Sportfishing Charters - Just Sayin Sportfishing Charters
Just Sayin Sportfishing Charters

Just Sayin Sportfishing Charters

4.9(30)Top Rated
inshore
Keyport, New Jersey
Lake Hopatcong Guide Service - Lake Hopatcong Guide Service
Lake Hopatcong Guide Service

Lake Hopatcong Guide Service

4.7(29)Top Rated
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey
Canyon Eagle III - Canyon Eagle III
Canyon Eagle III

Canyon Eagle III

4.8(25)Top Rated

At Canyon Eagle 1 LLC, we offer the ultimate fishing charter in New Jersey. Out of Belmar, we invite you to join us for an unforgettable charter fishing experience that will last a lifetime. Fishing Charter New Jersey

Perth Amboy, New Jersey
Down Deep Sportfishing - Down Deep Sportfishing
Down Deep Sportfishing

Down Deep Sportfishing

4(58)

Keyport NJ Fishing Charters

Keyport, New Jersey
SouthStar Charters NJ / NY - SouthStar Charters NJ / NY
SouthStar Charters NJ / NY

SouthStar Charters NJ / NY

4.9(20)Top Rated
Wyckoff, New Jersey
Full Strike Sportfishing - Full Strike Sportfishing
Full Strike Sportfishing

Full Strike Sportfishing

5(13)Top Rated

FULL STRIKE SPORTFISHING IS A FISHING CHARTER IN NEW JERSEY, FOCUSING ON 6-PACK CHARTERS FOR STRIPED BASS, FLUKE, TUNA, SHARKS, SEABASS, BLACKFISH (TOG), TUNA

Black Sea BassFlukeSharks
Laurence Harbor, New Jersey
On A Mission Fishing Adventures - On A Mission Fishing Adventures
On A Mission Fishing Adventures

On A Mission Fishing Adventures

5(10)Top Rated

For Capt. Eric, fishing is not a pastime. It’s not a hobby. It's life. Spend five minutes on a boat with Kerber, and you’ll find his enthusiasm infectious.

inshore
Allentown, New Jersey
sea beast sport fishing charters - sea beast sport fishing charters
sea beast sport fishing charters

sea beast sport fishing charters

4.7(12)Top Rated

Sea Beast Sport Fishing Charters offering six pack and open boat charters out of Leonardo State Marina, Leonardo, NJ

Leonardo, New Jersey
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$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
1 / 2

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Brown Trout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Crappie

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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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).

Buy License Online — New Jersey

Species Regulations

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Specific regulations may apply to certain waters, so consult the NJ Fish and Wildlife Digest.

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.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum

More restrictive regulations may apply to Wild Trout Streams and Trout Conservation Areas; consult the current NJ Freshwater Fishing Digest.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

No specific notes.

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