Jones Beach Bait and Tackle

Jaslene from Jones Beach Bait and Tackle at Jones Beach saw that many anglers have been catching norther pufferfish, and reported that blue claw crabs are still at the piers. Jack mentioned Riley did well at the piers with two 21-inch fluke. The day before Riley and his catches, an angler caught a 20-inch fluke. Anglers have also caught fluke, sea bass, and a variety of baitfish such as spearing, bunker, and even a stray juvenile lizardfish. She also let me know that Monday September 7, 2026 will be the last day the shop is open for the season. Their sister shop at Captree will have a longer schedule through the fall.

Jack from Jones Beach Bait and Tackle at Jones Beach mentioned small sea bass and blowfish are everywhere. There is also short fluke and blue claw crabs that is regularly caught. Jack noticed bluefish carcasses in the water, and had some luck fishing for them by Green Island. The store at Jones Beach State Park Field 10 has burgers, hot dogs, fries, refreshments, and more.