Montvale, NJ Fishing Trip — February
Your Montvale, NJ Fishing Trip
February2 peopleFamily Trip
What’s Biting in February
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairNorthern Pike
Various
FairBrown Trout
Various
53 Guides Near Montvale
No guides are based in Montvale, 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
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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).
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.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
No specific notes.
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.
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.