Rockaway Reef
Reef off the New Jersey coast
423 acresArea
2Species
North ShoreRegion
192-240 ftDepth
Location
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Placed 1.6 nautical miles S of Rockaway Beach. Size: 413 acres. Material: 6,000 tires in 3-tires units. 60 steel buoys. Rocks. Concrete slabs,pipes,culvert,decking and rubble. Fish pots bannded by State Law.
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 |
| Weakfish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Off | Off | Off | Off |
Peak Season
Good Season
Off Season
Bottom Composition
pebble
Charters to Fish Rockaway Reef
Most charters depart from Cape May - 2 charters targeting this species
Miss Chris Boats
Cape May
- ✓Three daily departure times
- ✓Air-conditioned 80-foot vessel
$50/person$
Highroller Fishing
Atlantic City
- ✓No Seasick Guarantee
- ✓Only back bay party boat in AC
$50/person$
Cape May Lady
Cape May
- ✓Affordable family fishing
- ✓Delaware Bay and harbor fishing
$45/person$
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Inshore Tackle for Rockaway Reef
Inshore tackle for back-bay and jetty
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Recommended tackle for Weakfish and 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
$119.98
“The combo NJ surf-fishing beginners actually keep using two seasons later.”— 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
$16.99
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at Rockaway Reef?
Rockaway Reef is known for Weakfish, Striped Bass.
How do I get to Rockaway Reef?
Rockaway Reef is located 1.6 nm S of Rockaway Beach. The nearest departure point is Sandy Hook.
What makes Rockaway Reef 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
- Sandy Hook
- Location
- 1.6 nm S of Rockaway Beach
- Depth
- 192-240 ft
- Size
- 423 acres
Similar Species
Fishing Reports
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