Winter Flounder Fishing in Winter
While not the peak season, winter can still produce for winter flounder fishing at the Jersey Shore. Winter fishing targets cold-water species and hardy anglers. During December, January, February, anglers can expect occasional action using bay, pier methods.
Fishing Quality
Good fishing in February
Methods
Techniques
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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
Winter Winter Flounder Fishing Tips
- ✓Dress in layers - hypothermia is a real risk on cold-weather trips
- ✓Check weather windows carefully; winter storms can change plans quickly
- ✓Top techniques: bloodworms, clam-strips, sandworms
- ✓Always check current regulations before heading out
Early spring species. Bay and inlet fishing. Recovering population.
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Winter Flounder Fishing in Winter FAQ
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