DELAWARE BAY AND ATLANTIC OCEAN

FISHING
December 31, 2024
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The Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean fishing area in New Jersey is known for its variety of fish species, including striped bass, bluefish, fluke, sea bass, and tuna. Nearby activities include beach-going, bird watching, and exploring the nearby historic towns. Fishing tips include using live bait and fishing around structures such as rock piles and wrecks for the best chance of catching a variety of fish. The best time of year to visit is May through September, with an average temperature of 75-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

FEATURED FISH - BLACK SEA BASS

The best fishing is in depths of 6 to 20 fathoms from May to June and from November to December, though they can be caught year-round. When hooked on light tackle, the sea bass fights hard all the way to the surface. The action is fast and vigorous, and in spite of its small size it is very much a game fish. Most are caught from anchored or drifting boats by bottom fishing with baits or by jigging with small metal jigs, while some are caught from docks, piers, or the shore. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The tail or caudal fin is rounded, and the top ray of the tail fin is typically elongated in larger specimens. The dorsal fin is marked by several oblique, white spots arranged into stripes, and there is a large dark spot on the last dorsal spine. Large males of the species are sometimes known as humpbacks because of the visible rise or hump just behind their heads.

FISH SPECIES

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Discharge Stage Elevation
UNICORN BRANCH NEAR MILLINGTON
2024-12-31T02:00:00.000-05:00 		16cfs 1.36ft 8ft
ST JONES RIVER AT DOVER
2024-12-31T02:15:00.000-05:00 		14cfs 2.73ft 3ft
MARSHYHOPE CREEK NEAR ADAMSVILLE
2024-12-31T01:45:00.000-05:00 		15cfs 2.52ft 29ft
BEAVERDAM BRANCH AT HOUSTON
2024-12-31T02:00:00.000-05:00 		0cfs 2.54ft 38ft
CHOPTANK RIVER NEAR GREENSBORO
2024-12-31T02:15:00.000-05:00 		28cfs 2.51ft 5ft
BLACKBIRD CREEK AT BLACKBIRD
2024-12-31T02:15:00.000-05:00 		1cfs 1.02ft 20ft
TUCKAHOE RIVER AT HEAD OF RIVER NJ
2024-12-31T02:20:00.000-05:00 		18cfs 4.03ft 8ft
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