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Winter Flounder Fishing in Spring

Spring is the prime time for winter flounder fishing at the Jersey Shore. Spring brings the warming water and the return of migratory fish. During March, April, May, anglers can expect excellent action using bay, pier methods.

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Fishing Quality

Peak Season

Peak fishing March through April

Methods

baypier

Techniques

bloodwormsclam-stripssandworms
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Winter Flounder Regulations

Minimum Size

12 inches

Bag Limit

2 fish

Where to Fish for Winter Flounder

Barnegat Bay

Early spring flounder in the shallows

Great Bay

Winter flounder migrate here in spring

Charter Ports for Winter Flounder

Spring Winter Flounder Fishing Tips

  • Water temperatures are still cool - fish may be sluggish early in the season
  • Watch the water temperature; fishing improves as water warms above 50°F
  • Top techniques: bloodworms, clam-strips, sandworms
  • This is prime time - book charters well in advance
  • Always check current regulations before heading out

Early spring species. Bay and inlet fishing. Recovering population.

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