Point Pleasant Beach, NJ Fishing Trip — October

Your Point Pleasant Beach, NJ Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 65°F / Low 52°F4" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

8 species
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TunaGood
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
FlounderGood
Flounder
Various
Mahi MahiFair
Mahi Mahi
Various
WeakfishFair
Weakfish
Various
BluefishFair
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Black Sea BassFair
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging

October Weather in Point Pleasant Beach

65°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

18 Guides Matched

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$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

Tautog
Season:January 1 – February 28, April 1 – April 30, July 17 – November 15, December 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:4 per person (Jan 1-Feb 28), 1 per person (Apr 1-Apr 30), 5 per person (Jul 17-Nov 15), 4 per person (Dec 1-Dec 31)
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Check the current regulations for any in-season changes.

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.

Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:Varies by species; check current regulations
Size Limit:Varies by species; check current regulations

Regulations for tuna are subject to federal guidelines and may change. Consult the NOAA Fisheries website for the most up-to-date information.

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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