Mountain Lakes, NJ Fishing Trip — November
Your Mountain Lakes, NJ Fishing Trip
November2 peopleFamily Trip
High 51°F / Low 37°F2.4" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in November
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
November Weather in Mountain Lakes
51°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
56 Guides Near Mountain Lakes
No guides are based in Mountain Lakes, 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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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.
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.