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New Jersey Fishing & Weather Intelligence
Real-time fishing forecasts, ocean data, NEXRAD radar, inlet conditions, and AI-powered picks for New Jersey coastal waters. Everything you need before heading out.
City Forecasts
AI-powered weather for every zip code
Radar
NEXRAD HD from 160 stations
Ocean Maps
SST, currents, chlorophyll
Inshore
Reefs, bathymetry, navigation
Inlets
Real-time inlet conditions
Captain Steve
AI fishing picks and chat
Regulations
State fishing rules and limits
Tides
Tide charts and predictions
New Jersey Inlets
Sandy Hook
Shark River Inlet
Manasquan Inlet
Barnegat Inlet
Little Egg Inlet
Atlantic City
Great Egg Harbor Inlet
Hereford Inlet
Cape May Inlet
Cape May Harbor
Delaware Bay (NJ side)
Fishing in New Jersey
New Jersey's coastal fishing is a unique blend of fresh and saltwater species, thanks to the state's geography. The Delaware Bay, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Jersey Shore's many inlets and bays create a diverse fishing environment. Anglers can target a wide range of species, including striped bass, bluefish, and sharks in the summer and fall, and cod, pollock, and winter flounder in the colder months. The changing seasons bring new challenges and opportunities for fishermen.
Some of the most popular fishing locations in New Jersey include the Delaware Bay, Cape May Harbor, and the Manasquan River. The Barnegat Inlet and the Absecon Inlet are also well-known for their striped bass and bluefish fishing. The Jersey Shore's many bays and inlets provide a variety of fishing opportunities, from surf fishing to boat fishing. You can choose to fish from a pier, a boat, or even from the shore.
SkeeterCast's tools help you plan your fishing trips in New Jersey by providing you with accurate forecasts and real-time data. Our AI-powered forecasts use a combination of ocean data, NEXRAD radar, and inlet conditions to give you a complete picture of the fishing conditions. You can use this information to decide when and where to fish, and to plan your day accordingly. Our tools also help you stay up-to-date on any fishing regulations or closures that may affect your trip.
In New Jersey, the spring is a great time to target striped bass and bluefish, which are plentiful in the waters around the Jersey Shore. Summer is a good time to catch sharks, tuna, and mahi-mahi, while the fall brings a chance to catch cod, pollock, and winter flounder. In the winter, you can target striped bass, bluefish, and cod in the warmer waters around the Jersey Shore. Our seasonal fishing calendar can help you plan your trips and stay on top of the best fishing times and locations.
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