Belmar Striped Bass Charter - 6 Hour Trip
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Target Striped Bass in productive Raritan Bay watersChoose morning or afternoon 6-hour fishing sessionsSmall group charter accommodates maximum 4 guests
Looking for a solid day of bass fishing on New Jersey's coast? Just N Tyme Guide Service runs a top-rated 6-hour striped bass charter out of Belmar that puts you right in the thick of Raritan Bay's best fishing action. This isn't some cookie-cutter trip – we're talking about targeting one of the East Coast's most prized gamefish in waters that consistently produce quality stripers. Whether you grab the morning slot or prefer an afternoon bite, you'll be working prime bass territory with a guide who knows exactly where these fish are hanging out.
This charter keeps things intimate with just 4 anglers max, so you're not fighting for rod space or dealing with a crowded deck. Captain runs a clean operation out of Belmar Marina, and you'll be hitting Raritan Bay's productive structure where striped bass love to ambush baitfish. The 6-hour window gives you serious time to work different spots – maybe start shallow in the morning when bass are feeding, then move to deeper edges as the sun gets higher. You'll cover a lot of water, from the flats near Sandy Hook to the channels where big bass cruise looking for bunker schools. Bring your own snacks and drinks since meals aren't included, but trust me, you'll be too focused on the fishing to think much about food once those bass start hitting.
We're talking serious inshore fishing here – live lining bunker when they're around, throwing plugs and spoons when bass are busting on top, and working soft plastics along the bottom structure. The captain provides all the gear you need, from conventional reels spooled with 20-30 pound test to the right rod action for fighting these fish. Depending on conditions and what the bass are doing, you might be drifting with live eels at dawn, casting paddle tails to breaking fish, or trolling tube rigs through the channels. Raritan Bay has incredible structure – old ship wrecks, rock piles, and drop-offs that hold baitfish, which means stripers are never far behind. The key is reading the water and adjusting your approach, something the crew does really well.
Striped bass are what make this trip special, and Raritan Bay serves up some of the best striper fishing on the Jersey coast. These fish run anywhere from schoolie size up to real bruisers pushing 40+ pounds, with the sweet spot being those 28-35 inch keepers that fight like hell and make great table fare. Spring and fall are prime time when big bass are migrating through, but summer fishing can be fantastic too, especially early morning and late afternoon when water temps cool down. What makes stripers so addictive is their unpredictability – one minute you're picking at 20-inchers, next minute your drag is screaming as a cow bass takes off for deeper water. They're smart fish that can be finicky about presentation, but when you dial in what they want, the action can be lights out. Plus, these aren't just any stripers – Raritan Bay bass are well-fed from all the bunker, herring, and crabs in the area, so they're thick-bodied fish with serious shoulders on them.
Bottom line – this 6-hour striped bass trip delivers exactly what serious bass fishermen are looking for. You get quality time on productive water, expert guidance from a captain who lives and breathes this fishery, and a real shot at hooking into some memorable stripers. The small boat capacity means personalized attention and room to actually fish without bumping elbows. Morning trips often produce more consistent action as bass feed actively in lower light, while afternoon charters can surprise you with some of the biggest fish of the day. Either way, you're getting a legitimate bass fishing experience in one of New Jersey's most consistent striper grounds. Don't sleep on this one – good captains who run quality striped bass charters book up fast, especially during prime season. Secure your spot now and get ready for some of the best inshore fishing the Jersey coast has to offer.
This 35-foot Seahunter is built for serious striped bass action in Raritan Bay's productive waters. With triple 300 HP Mercury outboards, you'll reach the best fishing spots quickly while the GPS and fish finder help locate schools of feeding bass. The boat handles up to 4 anglers comfortably, giving everyone room to fight these hard-pulling fish without getting tangled up. Outriggers let you spread multiple lines and cover more water as you troll or drift the prime structure. The live bait well keeps your bunker and eels fresh - crucial for tempting those bigger bass. When nature calls during your 6-hour trip, there's an onboard head so you don't miss any fishing time. Radar keeps you safe if weather moves in while you're targeting that keeper striper. Perfect setup for both morning and afternoon trips targeting New Jersey's most popular gamefish.
Belmar, NJ