Claim Beds
Reef off the New Jersey coast
816 acresArea
1Species
North ShoreRegion
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Rectangular area parallel to the coast. 3.5 nautical miles NE (65 degrees T) from Barnegat Inlet. 1.5 nautical miles Nof Brnegat Light Reef. The bottom is hard sandy material. Check tide chartsâfish are most active during water movement.
The surrounding area is characterized with hard sand, gravel and shelly material as a bottom type in the offshore part of it.
Target Species
Best Times to Fish
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Striped Bass | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good |
Peak Season
Good Season
Off Season
Bottom Composition
sand
Charters to Fish Claim Beds
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Best striper access
The Gambler
point-pleasant-beach
- âFamily operation since 1949
- âWidest party boat in class
$60/person$
Miss Chris Boats
Cape May
- âThree daily departure times
- âAir-conditioned 80-foot vessel
$50/person$
Highroller Fishing
Atlantic City
- âNo Seasick Guarantee
- âOnly back bay party boat in AC
$50/person$
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Inshore Tackle for Claim Beds
Inshore tackle for back-bay and jetty
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Recommended tackle for Striped Bass fishing.
Inshore Spinning Combo (7 ft)
Medium-power 7 ft rod + 3000-class reel. Stripers, fluke, and weakies.
PENN
Penn Pursuit V Spinning Reel and 7' 2-Piece Fishing RodCombo, Graphite Composite Rod Blank Construction, EVA Handles
$119.99
âThe combo NJ surf-fishing beginners actually keep using two seasons later.ââ Jersey Shore Guide editors
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PENN
PENN 7' Wrath II Fishing Rod and Spinning Reel Combo, Size 5000, Medium Heavy Power, Fast Action, Corrosion-Resistant Graphite Construction, Lightweight and Durable
$75.99
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Inshore Bucktail Jig
1/2 to 2 oz bucktails for fluking the channels and bridge pilings.
kmucutie
kmucutie 5 pcs bucktail Jigs Saltwater or Freshwater Bait,for bass flounder fluke Striper Fishing Lure (All White Color, 1 OZ)
$19.99
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kmucutie
kmucutie 5 pcs bucktail Jigs Saltwater or Freshwater Bait,for bass flounder fluke Striper Fishing Lure (All White Color, 2 OZ)
$23.99
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Inshore Surface Plug
Topwater plugs for blitzing stripers at sunrise off the inlet.
JOGFFDE
Saltwater Fishing Lures Kit,6pcs Jerbaits Striped Bass Fishing Lure Hard Minnow Lures Surf Fishing Jerkbait Popper Plugs Striper Lures Inshore Offshore Saltwater Fishing Lures Set
$18.99
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Dr.Fish
Dr.Fish Saltwater Fishing Lures 5 Inches Surf Fishing Striper Lures Saltwater Minnow Mustad Hooks Jerkbait Popper Plugs Inshore Offshore Ocean Fishing Mackerel Bluefish Barracuda Lures
$22.99
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Inshore Soft Plastic
Paddle-tail and shad-style plastics for snapper blues and fluke.
TRUSCEND
TRUSCEND 12 PCS Fishing Lures for Bass Trout Crappie Multi-Purpose Paddle Tail Swimbaits Superb Soft Plastic Fishing Baits Freshwater Saltwater Bass Walleye Lure Fishing Gifts for Men
$15.99
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Fish On Tackle
Fish On Tackle 4" Soft Plastic Paddle Tail Swimbait Pack of 12 - Pearl White
$8.99
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Inshore Tackle Bag
3-4 tray bag built to walk jetties without snagging or dumping.
KastKing
KastKing Karryall Fishing Tackle Bags with 4 * 3600 Tackle Trays - Saltwater & Freshwater Fishing Gear Storage
$55.99
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KastKing
KastKing BaitSpace Fishing Tackle Bag With 4 Tackle Boxes & Removable Bait Binder, Water-Resistant Tackle Storage, Durable Fishing Gear, Adjustable Shoulder Strap
$63.74
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at Claim Beds?
Claim Beds is known for Striped Bass.
How do I get to Claim Beds?
Claim Beds is located 3.5 nm NE (65 degrees T) from Barnegat Inlet. The nearest departure point is Barnegat Inlet.
What makes Claim Beds a good fishing spot?
Reef structures provide habitat for a variety of species. Artificial reefs are regularly stocked and monitored by NJ Fish & Wildlife.
Quick Info
- Type
- Reef
- Nearest Inlet
- Barnegat Inlet
- Location
- 3.5 nm NE (65 degrees T) from Barnegat Inlet
- Size
- 816 acres
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Fishing Reports
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