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Point Pleasant Beach, NJ Fishing Trip — May

Your Point Pleasant Beach, NJ Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 69°F / Low 56°F5.8" rain · 17 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Mahi MahiExcellent
Mahi Mahi
Various
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Black Sea BassExcellent
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
WeakfishGood
Weakfish
Various

May Weather in Point Pleasant Beach

69°F
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
5.8"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

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

18 Guides Matched

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Queen Mary Party Fishing Boat And Charters - Queen Mary Party Fishing Boat And Charters
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Queen Mary Party Fishing Boat And Charters

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Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
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Gambler Deep Sea Fishing

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The Gambler's 7 Hour Striped Bass Trips can be very exciting indeed. Striped bass have made a great come back over the last 20 years and provide terrific action and great table fare. Book now.

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Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
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Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
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Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
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The Voyager

Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
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Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
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Sea Owl

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Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
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Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
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Point Pleasant Beach from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Point Pleasant Beach

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Point Pleasant Beach

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Mahi Mahi

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

Striped Bass

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

Weakfish

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

Bluefish

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

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

Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:No size limit

Possession limit is 6 per vessel.

Striped Bass
Season:March 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:1 per person
Size Limit:28-31 inches

Anglers must use inline circle hooks when fishing with bait. Check the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife website for any in-season changes.

Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person (private/shore), 5 per person (for-hire)
Size Limit:No minimum size limit

Regulations may change in-season, so it's important to check the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife website for updates.

Black Sea Bass
Season:May 15 - December 31 (check current regulations for specific dates and any closures)
Bag Limit:10 per person (check current regulations for specific limits)
Size Limit:13-inch minimum

Seasons and bag limits can change frequently, so it is important to check the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife website for the most up-to-date information.

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