Striped Bass Fishing Charters in Raritan Bay
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Target Striped Bass in renowned Raritan Bay watersPremium OTI gear and tackle provided for guestsFish cleaning and bagging service included onboard
Looking for a solid day on the water chasing stripers? You've found the right crew. Our 6-7 hour charters out of Raritan Bay put you right in the heart of some of New Jersey's most consistent striper action. We fish these waters year-round and know exactly where the bass are holding, whether they're schooled up on structure or cruising the shallows. With room for up to 6 anglers, you get the personal attention that makes all the difference between a good day and a great day on the water.
We launch from both Highlands and Manasquan Inlet depending on conditions and where the fish are biting best. Raritan Bay offers everything from shallow flats to deeper channels, and we'll adjust our game plan based on tide, weather, and recent reports. The boat comes equipped with comfortable seating for the whole crew and a SeaKeeper stabilization system that keeps things smooth even when the bay gets choppy. No need to stress about gear - we've got you covered with top-shelf OTI rods, reels, and tackle that can handle whatever these stripers throw at us. Plus, we'll clean and bag your catch at the end of the day so you can head home with dinner ready to go.
Raritan Bay stripers respond to a variety of presentations, and we'll match our approach to what's working best. Live lining bunker is a go-to technique when the bass are feeding aggressively, especially around structure like the Verrazano Bridge or near the channels. We'll also work with artificial lures - bucktails tipped with gulp, swimming plugs, and soft plastics all have their place in the tackle box. The key is reading the water and adjusting to what the fish want on any given day. Our OTI gear handles everything from schoolie bass to those 30+ pound cows that cruise these waters. We'll rig you up with the right setup for the conditions and walk you through the techniques that produce fish consistently in this system.
Striped bass are the main attraction here in Raritan Bay, and for good reason. These fish are aggressive fighters that put up a serious battle from the moment they hit your line. Most of the bass we're seeing range from 24 to 36 inches, with plenty of keepers in that sweet spot around 28-32 inches. The real prize fish are the breeder bass - those thick, 35+ inch females that can tip the scales at 40 pounds or more. Spring and fall are prime time when these big girls are moving through the system, but we see good action throughout the season. What makes stripers so special is their unpredictability - they might crash topwater baits in shallow water one day, then you'll find them deep on structure the next. That's what keeps us coming back and what makes every trip different from the last.
Raritan Bay continues to be one of New Jersey's most reliable striper fisheries, and these 6-7 hour trips give you plenty of time to find the bite and make the most of it. Whether you're looking to put dinner on the table or chase that personal best, we've got the local knowledge and quality gear to make it happen. The 20% mate gratuity is industry standard and well worth it when you see how hard these guys work to put you on fish. Don't wait too long to book - the good dates fill up fast, especially during peak season when the bass are really moving. Give us a call and let's get you on the water for some world-class striper fishing right here in New Jersey waters.
Our 2023 39' Front Runner center console delivers serious fishing power with quad 300 HP Mercury engines that'll get you to the hot spots fast, cruising at speeds up to 55 knots across Raritan Bay. This fishing machine comes loaded with everything anglers need - GPS navigation to mark productive waters, fish finder to locate schools, plus air conditioning to keep you comfortable during those long summer sessions. The spacious layout accommodates up to 6 fishermen with plenty of room to fight fish, while the sea keeper stabilization system keeps things steady when the bay gets choppy. After a successful day targeting striped bass, you can clean up in the onboard facilities including toilet and sleeping quarters for extended trips. We provide top-shelf OTI rods and tackle, plus fish cleaning service so you go home with perfectly filleted catch ready for the dinner table.
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