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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. Flounder

  2. Flounder

    There is a 63.12% catch rate for Flounder, based on 31113 Flounder counted.

    Sandy Hook Flounder Counts Chart
    Flounder

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK FLOUNDER COUNTS CHART


  3. Bluefish

  4. Bluefish

    There is a 6.31% catch rate for Bluefish, based on 3112 Bluefish counted.

    Sandy Hook Bluefish Counts Chart
    Bluefish

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK BLUEFISH COUNTS CHART


  5. Striped Searobin

  6. Striped Searobin

    There is a 6.14% catch rate for Striped Searobin, based on 3024 Striped Searobin counted.

    Sandy Hook Striped Searobin Counts Chart
    Striped

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK STRIPED SEAROBIN COUNTS CHART


  7. Black Sea Bass

  8. Black Sea Bass

    There is a 5.45% catch rate for Black Sea Bass, based on 2684 Black Sea Bass counted.

    Sandy Hook Black Sea Bass Counts Chart
    Black

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK BLACK SEA BASS COUNTS CHART


  9. Scup

  10. Scup

    There is a 4.25% catch rate for Scup, based on 2096 Scup counted.

    Sandy Hook Scup Counts Chart
    Scup

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK SCUP COUNTS CHART


  11. Northern Searobin

  12. Northern Searobin

    There is a 3.57% catch rate for Northern Searobin, based on 1758 Northern Searobin counted.

    Sandy Hook Northern Searobin Counts Chart
    Northern

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK NORTHERN SEAROBIN COUNTS CHART


  13. Smooth Dogfish

  14. Smooth Dogfish

    There is a 2% catch rate for Smooth Dogfish, based on 984 Smooth Dogfish counted.

    Sandy Hook Smooth Dogfish Counts Chart
    Smooth

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK SMOOTH DOGFISH COUNTS CHART


  15. Red Hake

  16. Red Hake

    There is a 1.61% catch rate for Red Hake, based on 795 Red Hake counted.

    Sandy Hook Red Hake Counts Chart
    Red

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK RED HAKE COUNTS CHART


  17. Atlantic Menhaden

  18. Atlantic Menhaden

    There is a 1.11% catch rate for Atlantic Menhaden, based on 545 Atlantic Menhaden counted.

    Sandy Hook Atlantic Menhaden Counts Chart
    Atlantic

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK ATLANTIC MENHADEN COUNTS CHART


  19. Striped Bass

  20. Striped Bass

    There is a 0.84% catch rate for Striped Bass, based on 414 Striped Bass counted.

    Sandy Hook Striped Bass Counts Chart
    Striped

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK STRIPED BASS COUNTS CHART


Recommendations above based on 76 species of fish and 49289 fish counted for July around Sandy Hook.

To date, there are 168 species of fish and a total of 4204308 fish counted for Sandy Hook and within a 30 mile (48 km) radius since 1/1/1815 (209 years).

Last Update: 7/4/2024 5:47:54 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. Shark Ledge


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Latest Sandy Hook Fishing Reports

  • Bluefin and Tilefish Regulars
    Fun day today with the regulars started the trip with a 5 banger of tuna. Switched up gears and landed two dozen tiles to 20lbs went on the hunt for popping/jigging fish in af


  • Fishing Report 7-1-2024 – Porgy For Everyone
    We took a group out on July 1st for Porgy fishing and it was an unquestionable success. Every single guest that we have that went fishing came home with dinner. We’ve had a lo


  • Open Boat Summer Stripers
    Capt Greg and Rich had an open boat striped bass trip today. Good group of guys got the hang of live lining with Tyler getting the biggest fish at 38 and young Elijah having


  • More Cobia!
    Had another decent day on the cobia grounds hook up ratio not great but landed a beautiful 38lb cobia on a Nomad Squidtrex. Tons of action and can't wait to get back out there


  • First NJ Cobia June 22nd
    Great day had this species on my bucket list for New Jersey and finally got it- 45lb Cobia on the certified scale. Great job with Darren Guarino on the rod! 


  • NEW JERSEY COBIA
    Great day today had this species on my bucket list for New Jersey and finally got it- 45lb Cobia on the certified scale. Great job with Darren Guarino on the rod! 


  • Vinny T Stripers and Blues
    Capt Greg had Vinny Thurston with his dad and friends out today for Father's Day. One throw of the net we had 120 bunker in the well and by days end we ran out of bait. Loads


  • First Bluefin Trip
    Did our first bluefin trip got the bite we wanted but pulled the hook on a nice fish within leader of the boat!🤬 Ended the day with some pick  wreckfishing.


  • Dave Frankel Stripers
    Had Dave Frankel and buddies out today. Bait took longer than expected but we got it and managed to catch some. Wish fishing was better but got a couple for the guys to take h


  • Dave Rivera Stripers
    Had the Rivera family out for the afternoon. Made bait easily. Went on the search and found what we were looking for. Wound up with a decent pick


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

  8. 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

  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. Reel Fun Sportfishing


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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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