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Peter Clarkes Striped Bass Fishing in Neptune City
Striped Bass Fishing in Neptune City, NJ
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The Morone Saxatilis belongs to the order Perciformes and family Moronidae. It typically measures between 20 and 55 inches in length, with a weight range from 10 to 81 lbs. Habitat: river, lake, onshore, near shore. - Popular game fish for recreational and commercial fishers. - Also known as Atlantic Striped Bass, Stripers, or Linesider. - Distinguished by seven to eight stripes running down the sides of its body.
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Summary
Captain Peter Clarke of Mad Hatter Charters on Saturday October delivers focused striped bass action along the Jersey coast with this 8-hour inshore fishing charter. Launching at 5:30 a.m. from Neptune City, this trip targets hard-fighting stripers using live-lining, jigging, and top-water tactics in prime nearshore waters. With space for just six guests, you'll get personalized instruction on techniques that work best in local conditions. Fresh bait, premium tackle, and ice are included to keep your catch table-ready. The waters off Neptune City are known for steady striped bass action, making this an ideal trip for anglers of any skill level looking to experience New Jersey's premier gamefish fishing.
Fishing Charter with Captain Peter Clarke – Rates & Booking
Captain Peter Clarke of Mad Hatter Charters on Saturday October offers this focused 7- to 8-hour striped bass charter departing at 5:30 a.m. from Neptune City. The trip accommodates up to six guests and includes fresh bait, premium tackle, and ice for your catch. Departure times can adjust to match tides and your schedule. This licensed guide brings local expertise to prime striped bass waters along the Jersey coast, perfect for anglers wanting steady action with personalized instruction. Reserve your spot today for an unforgettable day targeting these hard-fighting gamefish.
Highlights of Full Day Striped Bass Fishing Trip In Neptune City
This inshore charter focuses on productive striped bass waters within easy reach of Neptune City's launch points. You'll work a variety of techniques including live-lining, jigging, and first-light top-water tactics that consistently produce results in these waters. The small group size ensures plenty of one-on-one guidance, whether you're perfecting your technique or learning new approaches to targeting stripers.
The trip includes everything needed for a successful day: fresh bait (gulp not included), quality tackle matched to local conditions, and ice to keep your catch fresh. With departure times flexible around tides and weather, you'll fish when conditions are optimal for striped bass activity along the New Jersey coastline.
Local Species Insights: Striped Bass
Striped bass thrive in the nearshore and inshore waters around Neptune City, where they feed aggressively on baitfish along structure and current breaks. These powerful fighters are known for their initial runs and sustained battles, making them a favorite target for New Jersey anglers. October brings excellent striped bass fishing as these fish move through local waters during their fall migration, often feeding heavily in preparation for winter. The combination of structure, current, and abundant baitfish in Neptune City waters creates ideal conditions for consistent striped bass action throughout the fishing season.
Plan Your Fishing Charter Day
Your charter includes a well-equipped boat with space for six anglers, ensuring comfortable fishing with room to work. All necessary tackle and fresh bait are provided, though you're welcome to bring personal gear if preferred. The early 5:30 a.m. departure takes advantage of prime feeding times when striped bass are most active. Captain Peter's local knowledge of productive spots, seasonal patterns, and effective techniques gives you the best chance at steady action. Safety equipment and ice for your catch are standard, making this a complete fishing experience from launch to dock.
Fishing in New Jersey: Striped Bass
The Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis), commonly known as Atlantic Striped Bass, Stripers, or Linesider, belongs to the order Perciformes and family Moronidae. This iconic gamefish is easily recognized by its distinctive seven to eight dark horizontal stripes running along its silvery sides, with coloration ranging from light green and olive to brown and black on top, complemented by a shimmering white belly. In Neptune City waters this October, these powerful predators are actively feeding during their fall migration.
Striped Bass Overview
Striped bass are among the most sought-after gamefish along the Atlantic coast, prized for their fighting ability and excellent table fare. These anadromous fish spend most of their adult lives in saltwater but return to freshwater rivers to spawn. They're highly adaptable, thriving in rivers, lakes, nearshore, and offshore environments, making them accessible to anglers fishing from shore or boat.
Striped Bass Habitat and Distribution
Striped bass inhabit coastal waters from Maine to North Carolina, with significant populations in the Chesapeake Bay and Hudson River systems. Around Neptune City, they frequent nearshore waters, following baitfish schools along structure like jetties, reefs, and drop-offs. These fish prefer water temperatures between 55-68°F and are commonly found in depths ranging from shallow flats to 60 feet of water.
Striped Bass Size and Weight
Striped bass typically range from 20 to 55 inches in length, with weights spanning 10 to 81 pounds. Most recreational catches fall between 24-36 inches and 8-20 pounds, though trophy fish exceeding 40 pounds are caught annually in New Jersey waters. The current world record stands at 81.88 pounds, caught in Connecticut waters.
Striped Bass Diet and Behavior
These opportunistic predators feed primarily on herring, menhaden, anchovies, eels, squid, and crustaceans. They're most active during dawn and dusk but will feed throughout the day when conditions are right. Striped bass are schooling fish, often found in groups of similar-sized individuals, making them ideal targets for charter fishing when located.
Striped Bass Spawning Season
Spawning occurs in freshwater rivers during spring when water temperatures reach 60-68°F. In the Mid-Atlantic region, this typically happens from April through June. During spawning, large females are accompanied by multiple smaller males, creating excellent fishing opportunities in tidal rivers and estuaries.
Striped Bass Fishing Techniques
Effective techniques include live-lining with herring or eels, jigging with bucktails or soft plastics, and trolling with umbrella rigs or tube-and-worm combinations. Top-water fishing with poppers and pencil plugs produces explosive strikes during feeding periods. In October around Neptune City, anglers find success working structure with live bait and casting lures to breaking fish as stripers chase baitfish schools.
Striped Bass Is It Good to Eat?
Striped bass offers excellent eating with firm, white, flaky meat and mild flavor. The fish is high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids while being relatively low in mercury compared to other large gamefish. Popular cooking methods include grilling, baking, and pan-searing, with the meat holding up well to various seasonings and preparations.
Striped Bass Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best bait for striped bass?
A: Live herring, eels, and bunker are top choices, along with fresh clams and bloodworms. Artificial lures like bucktails, soft plastics, and top-water plugs are also highly effective.
Q: Where can I find striped bass near Neptune City?
A: Look for stripers around jetties, reefs, drop-offs, and areas with strong current. The Manasquan Inlet, local wrecks, and nearshore structure consistently hold fish during migration periods.
Q: Is striped bass good to eat?
A: Yes, striped bass is considered excellent table fare with firm, white meat and mild flavor. It's versatile for cooking and provides good nutritional value with high protein and omega-3 content.
Q: When is the best time to catch striped bass?
A: Fall migration from September through November offers peak action, with early morning and evening being most productive. Spring also provides excellent fishing during the pre-spawn period.
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Mad Hatter Charters Available Trips
Slip away from the docks of Neptune City at dawn for a full day chasing striped bass along the Jersey coast. Our cozy 6-passenger setup means plenty of elbow room and personalized attention as you learn the ropes or hone your skills. Whether you're dropping live bait, working jigs, or trying your hand at topwater tactics, our local crew knows just where the bass are biting. We've got the fresh bait, quality gear, and coolers ready - just bring your sense of adventure. With flexible departure times to match the tides, you can customize your 7-8 hour trip to suit your group. Come see why this stretch of shoreline draws anglers from far and wide for world-class striper action. Book your spot and get ready for some serious rod-bending fun on the water.
