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Sandy Hook Fishing

Sandy Hook Fishing

Sandy Hook is a barrier spit found on the north end of Jersey Shore that covers over 2,000 acres of beach. With hundreds of nearby shipwreck, artificial reefs, and lots of rocky structure, Sandy Hook is a favorite location for many fishermen.

Sandy Hook and Raritan Bay is probably best known for its excellent Blackfish (Tautog) and Striped Bass fishing. There is also good Bluefish, Cod, Fluke (Flounder), Gray Trout (Weakfish), Pollock, Whiting, and of course many species of Sharks.

While False Albacore are plentiful from the beaches all the way out to the canyons, there are also runs of Bluefin Tuna from nearshore to the deep. Closer to the canyons you will find Yellowfin and Big Eye tuna much of the year. A few billfish are caught in the summer months as well.



Sandy Hook Fishing Forecast

Target Species of Fish

Based on historical data for fishing Sandy Hook, you should target one of the following species for this time of year:
  1. Striped Bass

  2. Striped Bass

    There is a 28.3% catch rate for Striped Bass, based on 6437 Striped Bass counted.

    Sandy Hook Striped Bass Counts Chart
    Striped

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK STRIPED BASS COUNTS CHART


  3. Tautog

  4. Tautog

    There is a 20.24% catch rate for Tautog, based on 4603 Tautog counted.

    Sandy Hook Tautog Counts Chart
    Tautog

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK TAUTOG COUNTS CHART


  5. Spiny Dogfish

  6. Spiny Dogfish

    There is a 14.45% catch rate for Spiny Dogfish, based on 3287 Spiny Dogfish counted.

    Sandy Hook Spiny Dogfish Counts Chart
    Spiny

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK SPINY DOGFISH COUNTS CHART


  7. Cunner

  8. Cunner

    There is a 9.5% catch rate for Cunner, based on 2160 Cunner counted.

    Sandy Hook Cunner Counts Chart
    Cunner

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK CUNNER COUNTS CHART


  9. Bluefish

  10. Bluefish

    There is a 8.04% catch rate for Bluefish, based on 1829 Bluefish counted.

    Sandy Hook Bluefish Counts Chart
    Bluefish

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK BLUEFISH COUNTS CHART


  11. Silver Hake

  12. Silver Hake

    There is a 4.18% catch rate for Silver Hake, based on 951 Silver Hake counted.

    Sandy Hook Silver Hake Counts Chart
    Silver

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK SILVER HAKE COUNTS CHART


  13. Scup

  14. Scup

    There is a 3.55% catch rate for Scup, based on 808 Scup counted.

    Sandy Hook Scup Counts Chart
    Scup

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK SCUP COUNTS CHART


  15. Black Sea Bass

  16. Black Sea Bass

    There is a 3.25% catch rate for Black Sea Bass, based on 739 Black Sea Bass counted.

    Sandy Hook Black Sea Bass Counts Chart
    Black

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK BLACK SEA BASS COUNTS CHART


  17. Winter Flounder

  18. Winter Flounder

    There is a 2.78% catch rate for Winter Flounder, based on 632 Winter Flounder counted.

    Sandy Hook Winter Flounder Counts Chart
    Winter

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK WINTER FLOUNDER COUNTS CHART


  19. Red Hake

  20. Red Hake

    There is a 1.43% catch rate for Red Hake, based on 325 Red Hake counted.

    Sandy Hook Red Hake Counts Chart
    Red

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK RED HAKE COUNTS CHART


Recommendations above based on 45 species of fish and 22743 fish counted for November around Sandy Hook.

To date, there are 162 species of fish and a total of 4198742 fish counted for Sandy Hook and within a 30 mile (48 km) radius since 1/1/1815 (208 years).

Last Update: 11/23/2023 1:27:37 PM

*** PLEASE NOTE ***
Please check local, state/province, and federal laws before fishing for any species found on this site. All data is based on historical data found for this area, and in some cases as far back as the year 1600.

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The Top 10 Fishing Spots for Sandy Hook are the following:

  1. Choapa Shipwreck
    The Choapa was originally named Helga, and was built at Helsingors Jernsk & Msk in 1937. The vessel was 292 feet long and 41 feet wide. It sank on September 21, 1944 while


  2. WRECK THREE SISTERS
    40.38565 -73.6008


  3. RATTLESNAKE
    RATTLESNAKE


  4. REEFV.L. KEEGAN
    40.3607166666667 -73.9354833333333


  5. Wedding 109 barge


  6. Coleman Barge 45 barge


  7. Humpty Dumpty


  8. WALL TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL RAMP


  9. Mako Mania 174 tanker


  10. 4293


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Latest Sandy Hook Fishing Reports

  • Atlantic Highlands striped bass fishing November 25
    Made our 3/4 day striped bass trip again today. Little chilly in the morning but turned out to be a pretty nice day. The fishing was not as good as we would like. Went to whe


  • Atlantic Highlands striped bass fishing November 24
    I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. We made our 3/4 day striper trip today. Usually we are busy on this day but not today. Only a few showed up and we went. The fishing


  • Mike LaBella Stripers
    Capt Greg had our Mike LaBella and made a long run to start the day. Wasn't great so covered some more ground and got on a good bite. Ended the day with fast action and every


  • Atlantic Highlands striped bass fishing November 22
    Due to the rainy and windy weather we have not striper fished the past couple days. We will not be fishing tomorrow (Thanksgiving Day). We will resume our 3/4 day striped bas


  • Atlantic Highlands striped bass fishing November 20
    Made our 3/4 day striper trip again today and the fishing was better.then yesterday.. Started out where we had some fish the past few days but they were not there. Took a sho


  • Atlantic Highlands striped bass fishing November 19
    Made our 3/4 day striper trip again today. The weather was nicer but unfortunately the bite was not like yesterday. Tried the area where we fished yesterday but only a couple


  • John Kelly Stripers
    Capts Greg and Kenny had John Kelly and on our first two drifts at sunrise had fish blowing up the pencils and poppers. They went down so we switched to shads from Shad Life a


  • Atlantic Highlands striped bass fishing November 18
    The forecast kept most people away but we made our 3/4 day striper trip with a few people today. It was not as nice as I liked. It was windy and we did rock and roll but the


  • Dan Kelly Stripers
    Capt Greg and Jimmy had Dan Kelly and friends  fishing under the birds and bait this morning. Nomad Vibes Dartwing and Madscad did some damage as well as Shad Life shads. Had


  • Atlantic Highlands striped bass fishing November 17
    Made our 3/4 day striper trip again today. The weather was nice and the fishing was great. Caught the fish splashing under the birds and on readings. The action lasted all da


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Top Sandy Hook Bait & Tackle Stores

  1. Bernie's Fishing Tackle
    Bernie’s Bait & Tackle, located in the heart of Sheepshead Bay at 3035 Emmons Ave., has been as icon in the local fishing community for some 50 years.

  2. Great Kills Bait & Tackle


  3. Scortino's Tackle Box Fishing Co.


  4. Michael's Bait & Tackle Shop


  5. E-Z Catch Bait & Tackle
    E-Z Catch Crab Traps & Pot's Are of The Highest Quality, Longest Lasting, Made in the United States of America..Done Right the First Time... All our Products are Manufactured in Staten Island, New York

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Top Sandy Hook Fishing Charters & Guides

  1. Jersey Key Sportfishing Charters
    If you are looking for the best New Jersey saltwater fishing experience, then look no further than the Jersey Key. Everything you need for a full-day or evening session of striped bass, fluke, blue fish, bottom fish, tuna, and even shark fishing is p

  2. Atlantic Star
    The Atlantic Star is one of the cleanest and best equipped Atlantic Highlands Party Boats in New Jersey. Family owned and operated since 1987, the Atlantic Star has consistently delivered it's customers an enjoyable & safe half day of fishing

  3. Marilyn Jean IV
    The Marilyn Jean IV party boat is conveniently located in Famous Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn NY. All fishing trips will depart from pier 6.

  4. Sea Hunter
    The SEA HUNTER has built a solid reputation as one of the most popular party boats in the area. This is due to the fact that Captain Rob and his Crew strive to put their passengers on fish whenever the SEA HUNTER leaves the dock.

  5. Captain John's Fishing
    The Captain John is New Jersey's premier fishing and cruising vessel. Located only minutes off the Garden State Parkway, in historic Keyport, NJ, the Captain John offers the finest in fishing experience for the novice or avid angler alike.

  6. Bill Chaser Charters
    Join us for Great Summer Charter Fishing off of Sandy Hook New Jersey and the Raritan Bay May through October For... Blue and White Marlin,Tuna, Dolphin, Shark, Striped Bass, Fluke, Blue Fish

  7. Reel Therapy
    Our boat, "Reel Therapy" is a Jones Brothers Cape Fisherman, Light Tackle edition, is specially designed for fly fishing comfortably in the Northeast's demanding saltwater conditions. She is 20Â’ long x 8Â’ bea

  8. Scales N Tales Fishing
    We specialize in all inshore game fish such as striped bass, fluke, weakfish, flounder and bluefish on the Jersey shore.

  9. MI-JO Party Cruise & Fishing Charter Boat
    Captain Mike Scardigno grew up in the Sandy Hook area and has been fishing for Fluke, Bluefish and Stripers for over 40 years. He has a great local knowledge of the "tricks" and "hot spots" that have produced time after time, year

  10. Just Wonderfil Charters


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Top Sandy Hook Marinas

  1. Baker's Landing Marina


  2. Bayside Marina
    We offer daily fishing and boating rentals, seasonal dock space and mooring rentals and provide 24/7 launch service.We have a full service Snack Bar. Our facilities are handicap accessible.

  3. Seaport Inlet Marina
    Belmar's closest marina to the ocean and the only marina with daily in-and-out rack service!

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