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October 12, 2026 - 10:35:19

At the Hook House in Toms River bloodworms have been flying out of the fridge for anglers searching for kingfish on the IBSP and Seaside Surf. Small bluefish and houndfish have been terrorizing chunk baits as well as metal lures during the morning hours. Spotted hake are biting on clams and bloods at night too in the suds.

October 12, 2026 - 10:35:14

Kayak fishermen fishing Bamber Lake did well with the bass and pickerel and livelining minnows in Pine Lake produced some bass, said Dennis over at Hook House Bait and Tackle. He told us in general most cedar waters are fishing well for pickerel on Roostertails and Bluefox spinners and live killies. The tidal Toms River is also producing plenty of while perch. On the downside a low water Manasquan Reservoir is seeing some slower bass and crappie fishing however Dennis said the fishing is still worth the effort.

October 12, 2026 - 10:35:02

Beck at Hook House Bait & Tackle reported some striped bass action in the bay, while blackfish are showing in good numbers throughout the canals and inlets. Anglers targeting tog have plenty of options to explore as the fall bite continues to develop.

October 05, 2026 - 10:47:34

Form the Hook House in Toms River, word had it that some small 1- to 2-pound bluefish were hitting cut mullet chunks at IBSP and in Seaside. There were a ton of peanut bunker stacked in the backwaters in Toms River so when they push out, stripers should be with them.

October 05, 2026 - 10:47:29

“We were far enough inland to escape the flooding along the coast,” said Dennis over at Hook House Bait and Tackle. He said the beaches really took a beating from the winds and high tides that the storm and full moon caused. The shop already got reports of some decent pickerel fishing in the cedar water bogs and lakes. However you need fishermen to catch them. He told us he got his first freshwater customer on Thursday and business was slow even at their sister store Go Fish which caters to freshwater fishermen and even over the weekend store traffic was very light, he said.

October 05, 2026 - 10:47:18

The crew at Hook House Bait & Tackle said blackfish are providing solid action in the canal and inlet, with some striped bass also being caught and adding to the mix.

2701 State Hwy 37 East
Toms River, NJ 08753
phone: 732-270-3856

Murphy's Hook House has been serving fishermen at the New Jersey Shore for over thirty years and is a one stop shop for all of your fishing needs. They cater to both salt and freshwater fishermen and carry a complete line of tackle and accessories for every aspect of fishing. From crabbing, to fishing off a dock for snapper blues, or running offshore for tuna, they can equip you with what it takes to get the job done! The staff at Murphy’s Hook House pride themselves in the personal attention that they give to their most important customer, you! Whether you’re a beginner or a professional angler, Murphy’s knowledgeable and experienced staff is there to help you maximize your fishing experience. Murphy’s Hook House stocks a large selection of spinning and conventional rods, reels, artificial lures, terminal tackle, and a bait line-up that is second to none. From fresh bait to live bait they can supply you with whatever is needed to target any species that may be in season. Formerly known as simply the "Hook House", Murphy’s Hook House moved a half mile further east on Route 37 to a more modern and larger location than the original. Come on in and visit and let Murphy’s hook you up!