Longport, NJ Fishing Trip — January

Your Longport, NJ Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 37°F / Low 25°F1.7" rain · 5 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

CobiaLow
Cobia
Various
FlounderLow
Flounder
Various

January Weather in Longport

37°F
Avg High
25°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

3 Guides Matched

$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 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

Cobia
Season:January 1 - December 31
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:37-inch minimum

Possession limit is 1 per vessel.

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.

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