Union Beach, NJ Fishing Trip — January

Your Union Beach, NJ Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 35°F / Low 24°F1" rain · 4 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

Speckled TroutFair
Speckled Trout
Drift Fishing · Fly Fishing
King MackerelLow
King Mackerel
Various

January Weather in Union Beach

35°F
Avg High
24°F
Avg Low
1"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days

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

127 Guides Near Union Beach

No guides are based in Union Beach, 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).

Buy License Online — New Jersey

Species Regulations

Speckled Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum

Regulations can vary by location, so it's important to check the specific regulations for the area you plan to fish.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:27-inch minimum

Federal regulations may also apply; check current NOAA Fisheries guidelines.

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