Fluke Fishing in Spring
While not the peak season, spring can still produce for fluke fishing at the Jersey Shore. Spring brings the warming water and the return of migratory fish. During March, April, May, anglers can expect occasional action using charter, party-boat, bay methods.
Fishing Quality
Good fishing in May
Methods
Techniques
Prime fluke fishing
Inshore trips in high demand
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Fluke Regulations
Minimum Size
18 inches
Bag Limit
3 fish
Open Season
May 4 - Sept 25
Where to Fish for Fluke
Barnegat Bay
Prime summer flounder territory in the back bays
Great Bay
Excellent fluke fishing in the shallows
Delaware Bay
Southern NJ fluke grounds
Charter Ports for Fluke
Spring Fluke 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: bucktails, strip-baits, live-minnows
- ✓Always check current regulations before heading out
Peak season is summer months. Barnegat Bay and back bays are productive. Good on party boats.
Prime fluke fishing
Inshore trips in high demand
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