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August 10, 2026 - 10:46:01

As the month of August rolls in, the array of fishing catches widens for the captains of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association (BHCFA). In addition to the typical catches of fluke inshore and tuna offshore, other species are making their appearances. Among these other fish are tilefish, black sea bass, ling, bluefish, small weakfish, and even a cobia. Capt. Max Goldman of the Starfish has been seeing steady catches of fluke and sea bass while fishing the local artificial reefs. One of his anglers just stunned the local fishing community when a 44-inch cobia was reeled in at the Little Egg Reef. Capt. Gary Dugan of the Irish Jig put a group of anglers on some hot fluke fishing in the ocean recently. A total of four keepers to 23 inches made the fish box in addition to many smaller ones released. Capt. Brett Taylor of Reel Reaction Sportfishing had to cancel a couple of trips because of the weather, but when he made it out, his anglers caught fish. Bay fishing trips are averaging over 50 throwback fluke with two to keepers. Mixed in have been cocktail blues and spike weakfish. Ocean trips are producing more keepers in addition to ling and sea bass.

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Beach Haven, NJ 08008
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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