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October 05, 2026 - 10:47:23

We have already had a severe nor’easter that completely shut down fishing. Then a pair of summerlike days came along. Fishing wise, the days following the storm were pretty much just calming things down and captains getting a handle on where the fish are. The captains of the Beach Haven Charter fishing Association already have a heavy schedule of fall trips on their calendars, but there are always openings. In addition to scheduling well in advance, one method of chartering a boat and captain, is taking a look at long range weather forecasts. The 2026 New Jersey summer flounder season expired in the midst of the storm while the fall edition of black sea bass arrived. It has taken a day or so for things to calm down, but these tasty bottom fish have started to pick up their appetites. The jury is still out regarding the fish that are typically in the bay waters during the summer. Various panfish such as croakers and blowfish along with small bluefish should still be in the inshore and bay waters. Fall is typically the top time of the year to get into action offshore on tuna. These big game fish are not only great sport to land on rod and reel, but they are also some of the best eating fish to be found. The offshore trips are subject to favorable weather, including calm seas.

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Charter Fishing is STILL an INEXPENSIVE recreation. Where else can you spend a great day with friends or family, get some sun, eat good food, and then take fish home to brag about? About $150 per person on a 6-person charter covers charter, fuel, bait, ice, tackle, mate's tip and a great fun day on the water. Beach Haven, Long Beach Island, New Jersey Charter Fishing Trips Sportfishing For Tuna, White Marlin, Blue Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Swordfish, Fluke, Bluefish, Sea Bass, Striped Bass, Tautog, Weakfish & Shark! THE ELITE FLEET! From the late 1800s, there has been an active charter boat fleet in and around Beach Haven, NJ. That fleet continues today as the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association with boats available for charter fishing on Long Beach Island from the causeway, south to Holgate, and on the mainland from Lanoka Harbor in the north to Tuckerton in the south. The Elite Fleet Captains are experienced anglers, and the U.S. Coast Guard licenses them all. All Elite Fleet Boats have insurance coverage to protect you while you are fishing with us. We operate clean boats and provide the best tackle, along with bait and ice for your convenience. The Elite Fleet Boats range in size from 19' to 44' and most captains welcome families and children on fishing trips! There is a variety of boat styles from open console and express models, to fly bridge sportfishing crafts with perfect accommodations to fit the needs of you and your charter fishing party. Choose from a variety of charter fishing and cruising trips. New Jersey offers a wide variety of sportfishing. Inshore species include Fluke (Summer Flounder), Sea Bass, Bluefish, Striped Bass (Stripers), Blackfish (Tautog), Shark and others. You can fish the back bays or go to an inshore reef to bottom fish. Alternatively, you can take a trip offshore to battle with Marlin, Tuna and Swords! Many Elite Fleet Boats offer a variety of cruises from just around the bay, to all the way around Long Beach Island. Alternatively, you can take an excursion to Atlantic City or Cape May for lunch or dinner. You can view real estate by water to get a waterside view of a property. We even have Elite Fleet Boats that have performed burials at sea, so the possibilities are almost limitless. To check availability or book the fishing trip of your dreams, check with our Member Captains directly. The Junior Mate Training Program Schedule has been posted on the Junior Mate Page