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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 49.25% catch rate for Flounder, based on 24327 Flounder counted.

    Sandy Hook Flounder Counts Chart
    Flounder

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK FLOUNDER COUNTS CHART


  3. Black Sea Bass

  4. Black Sea Bass

    There is a 13.31% catch rate for Black Sea Bass, based on 6573 Black Sea Bass counted.

    Sandy Hook Black Sea Bass Counts Chart
    Black

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK BLACK SEA BASS COUNTS CHART


  5. Bluefish

  6. Bluefish

    There is a 7.06% catch rate for Bluefish, based on 3488 Bluefish counted.

    Sandy Hook Bluefish Counts Chart
    Bluefish

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK BLUEFISH COUNTS CHART


  7. Striped Searobin

  8. Striped Searobin

    There is a 5.45% catch rate for Striped Searobin, based on 2694 Striped Searobin counted.

    Sandy Hook Striped Searobin Counts Chart
    Striped

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK STRIPED SEAROBIN COUNTS CHART


  9. Scup

  10. Scup

    There is a 4.7% catch rate for Scup, based on 2320 Scup counted.

    Sandy Hook Scup Counts Chart
    Scup

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK SCUP COUNTS CHART


  11. Cunner

  12. Cunner

    There is a 3.78% catch rate for Cunner, based on 1866 Cunner counted.

    Sandy Hook Cunner Counts Chart
    Cunner

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK CUNNER COUNTS CHART


  13. Winter Flounder

  14. Winter Flounder

    There is a 3.26% catch rate for Winter Flounder, based on 1608 Winter Flounder counted.

    Sandy Hook Winter Flounder Counts Chart
    Winter

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK WINTER FLOUNDER COUNTS CHART


  15. Striped Bass

  16. Striped Bass

    There is a 2.09% catch rate for Striped Bass, based on 1032 Striped Bass counted.

    Sandy Hook Striped Bass Counts Chart
    Striped

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK STRIPED BASS COUNTS CHART


  17. Atlantic Menhaden

  18. Atlantic Menhaden

    There is a 1.7% catch rate for Atlantic Menhaden, based on 838 Atlantic Menhaden counted.

    Sandy Hook Atlantic Menhaden Counts Chart
    Atlantic

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK ATLANTIC MENHADEN COUNTS CHART


  19. Northern Searobin

  20. Northern Searobin

    There is a 1.34% catch rate for Northern Searobin, based on 664 Northern Searobin counted.

    Sandy Hook Northern Searobin Counts Chart
    Northern

    ENLARGE SANDY HOOK NORTHERN SEAROBIN COUNTS CHART


Recommendations above based on 78 species of fish and 49394 fish counted for June around Sandy Hook.

To date, there are 157 species of fish and a total of 2506779 fish counted for Sandy Hook and within a 30 mile (48 km) radius since 1/1/1815 (208 years).

Last Update: 6/8/2023 9:40:46 AM

*** 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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Top Sandy Hook Fishing Spots

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. WALL TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL RAMP


  8. Mako Mania 174 tanker


  9. Humpty Dumpty


  10. 4293


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Latest Sandy Hook Fishing Reports

  • Atlantic Highlands fluke fishing June 7
    Not enough people showed for the afternoon but we made the morning trip for fluke. Caught on every drift but mostly shorts. Ended the morning with some keepers.There are some


  • Atlantic Highlands fluke fishing June 6
    Made both morning and afternoon trips for fluke today. On both trips we picked at a mix of shorts and some keepers. No limits but a few guys had one. Ben who had one in the m


  • Atlantic Highlands fluke fishing June 5
    It was a beautiful day but we only had a few people show up but we went. Again we picked at some shorts and keepers. Jim and Ben each had two keepers and a couple had one. Th


  • Mike LaBella Stripers
    Had Mike LaBella out today for stripers in the bay. Two throws of the net and we were on our way fishing. Did some exploring and ended up finding some stripers and the guys di


  • Atlantic Highlands fluke fishing June 4
    Made both morning and afternoon trips for fluke today. On the morning trip we had good action with shorts and some keepers. Has and Ben each had two keepers and some had one


  • Alan Kulesza Stripers and Blues
    Capt Greg and Jimmy had Alan Kulesza and the boys from PA out today. One throw was all we needed to load the wells and off we went. Had consistent action all day and the guys


  • Friday Night Magic 6/2PM Hours and Sunday 6/4 AM
    Sailing this Wednesday 6/7 Saturday 6/10 7AM open. Magic Hours Wednesday 6/7 Thursday 6/8 Friday 6/9 5 to 9 PM Saturday and Sunday 4 Pm to 8 PM. We need 8 to sail on all open


  • 39 Open Boat yellowfin
    Capt Matty got our canyon season started on the right foot and broke in our new 39ST in fine fashion while putting out the Chatter tracker bar the first fish hit he proceeded


  • Atlantic Highlands fluke fishing June 3
    The weatherman was wrong again today. He called for winds for 25 to 30 and only blew about 15 maybe 20. On the morning trip we picked at a mix of shorts and keepers.Erica had


  • Atlantic Highlands fluke fishing June 2
    Made both morning and afternoon trips for fluke today. On both trips the action was better then the past few days. Most were shorts with some keepers mixed in. There are some


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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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