Port Republic, NJ Fishing Trip — January

Your Port Republic, NJ Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 37°F / Low 24°F1.3" rain · 5 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

8 species
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TunaFair
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
Mahi MahiLow
Mahi Mahi
Various
WeakfishLow
Weakfish
Various
BluefishLow
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Black Sea BassLow
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
TautogLow
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
FlounderLow
Flounder
Various

January Weather in Port Republic

37°F
Avg High
24°F
Avg Low
1.3"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

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

116 Guides Near Port Republic

No guides are based in Port Republic, but these guides operate nearby.

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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).

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Species Regulations

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.

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

Possession limit is 6 per vessel.

Weakfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person
Size Limit:13-inch minimum

Check the current regulations for any in-season changes.

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