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Keyport, NJ Fishing Trip — May

Your Keyport, NJ Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 55°F7.3" rain · 15 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
King MackerelExcellent
King Mackerel
Various

May Weather in Keyport

71°F
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
7.3"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

7 Guides Matched

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
Down Deep Sportfishing - Down Deep Sportfishing
Down Deep Sportfishing

Down Deep Sportfishing

4(58)

Keyport NJ Fishing Charters

Keyport, New Jersey
Double Down Ii Charter Fishing - Double Down Ii Charter Fishing
Double Down Ii Charter Fishing

Double Down Ii Charter Fishing

3.9(22)

The best sport fishing charter in New Jersey. Based in Keyport, NJ, we fish the Raritan Bay, New York harbors, and New Jersey coastal waters. Available for fishing, sightseeing, and private charters. We specialize in fishing for fluke, black fish, blue fish, and striped bass.

inshorefreshwaterFlukeStriped Bass
Keyport, New Jersey
Jewel Charters llc - Jewel Charters llc
Jewel Charters llc

Jewel Charters llc

5(1)Top Rated

Discover top-rated Keyport NJ Fishing Charters offered by Jewel Charters LLC and Captain Angelo Taormina. Your perfect fishing experience awaits!

Keyport, New Jersey
Leona May Fishing - Leona May Fishing
Leona May Fishing

Leona May Fishing

Keyport, New Jersey

Leona May Fishing Charters on the New Jersey coast offers in-shore & off-shore saltwater fishing for striped bass, sea bass, fluke, tuna & off shore exotics. Captain Scott has over 20 years of fishing experience on the New Jersey & East Coast. Equipped with the most up-to-date technology & INTEL platform.

freshwateroffshoreTunaFluke
Keyport, New Jersey
Criswell Charters - Criswell Charters
Criswell Charters

Criswell Charters

Keyport, New Jersey

inshore
Keyport, New Jersey
$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

Flounder

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

King Mackerel

Various
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 / freshwater / offshore Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

Flounder
Season:May 4 - December 31, 2024
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Regulations may change annually; check the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife website for the most up-to-date information.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:27-inch minimum

Federal regulations may also apply; check current NOAA Fisheries guidelines.

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