Fishing Near Cape May Lighthouse
2.5 miles from Cape May Inlet. Excellent jetty fishing access with Striped Bass, Bluefish, Weakfish, and more.
Cape May Harbor hosts one of the largest charter fleets on the East Coast. World-class canyon fishing for tuna and marlin is just 60 miles offshore.
Current Fishing Conditions
Jetty Fishing Tips
Cape May Lighthouse Jetty Access
2.5 mi to Cape May Inlet
- •The Cove Beach jetty offers good striper fishing
- •Sunset Beach on the Delaware Bay side produces black drum
- •Fish the outgoing tide when water drains from the cape
- •The concrete ship SS Atlantus creates structure for tog
- •Spring brings weakfish and black drum runs
Target Species
Fish these species at Cape May Inlet near Cape May Lighthouse. Click any species for tide preferences and techniques.
Charter Fishing
Cape May Harbor
Near Cape May Lighthouse
Book offshore and inshore fishing charters from Cape May Harbor. Target tuna, mahi, marlin, and more on offshore trips, or stay inshore for stripers, blues, and flounder.
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Tide Charts
Cape May Inlet Tide Charts
Full tide predictions, best fishing windows, and species-specific timing
Photography at the Lighthouse
While you're fishing, capture stunning photos of Cape May Lighthouse. Current photography conditions:
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch near Cape May Lighthouse?▼
Cape May Lighthouse is near Cape May Inlet where you can target striped bass, bluefish, weakfish, black drum, and more. The best species depend on the season and tide conditions.
Is there jetty fishing at Cape May Lighthouse?▼
Yes, Cape May Lighthouse has excellent jetty fishing access. The Cove Beach jetty offers good striper fishing
Can you book charter boats near Cape May Lighthouse?▼
Yes, Cape May Harbor is nearby with charter boats for offshore and inshore fishing. Book through services like FishingBooker for guaranteed spots.
What is the best tide for fishing near Cape May Lighthouse?▼
Tide changes are typically best for fishing near Cape May Lighthouse. The last 2 hours of outgoing tide and first 2 hours of incoming tide often produce the most action, especially for striped bass and bluefish.
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Quick Facts
- Inlet
- Cape May Inlet
- Distance
- 2.5 mi
- Jetty Access
- Yes
- Charter Port
- Yes
- Species
- 6+
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Cape May Lighthouse
Historic 157-foot lighthouse with original 1859 Fresnel lens. Climb 199 steps for spectacular sunset views.
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