Cape May-Lewis Ferry Jetty (Douglas Park)
Fishing from piers, jetties, and man-made structures in Cape May, Cape May County
Location
📍 Address: Beach Drive
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Cape May-Lewis Ferry Jetty (Douglas Park) is a pier, jetty, or man-made fishing structure in Cape May, Cape May County. Fish the structure with jigs and bait rigs. Tautog and sea bass hold tight to the rocks and pilings. Cape May County benefits from both the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean, creating diverse fishing opportunities. The fall striped bass run (September-December) brings trophy fish within casting distance of shore.
Cape May County benefits from both Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean influence, creating diverse opportunities.
Target Species
Best Times to Fish
Late fall (November-December) sees big stripers migrating south
How to Fish Here
Techniques
- ✓Jig vertically for tautog around structure
- ✓Drop clam or crab baits tight to pilings
- ✓Cast metals for bluefish along the rocks
- ✓Work soft plastics for weakfish at night
Recommended Gear
- •7-8 foot medium-heavy rod
- •Spinning reel (3000-4000 size)
- •Jig heads and soft plastics
- •Bank sinkers (1-3 oz)
- •Studded boots for slippery rocks
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at Cape May-Lewis Ferry Jetty (Douglas Park)?
Cape May-Lewis Ferry Jetty (Douglas Park) is productive for Tautog (Blackfish), Black Sea Bass, Striped Bass, Bluefish, Weakfish, Kingfish. Best seasons are spring, fall, winter.
Do I need a fishing license to fish here?
Yes, you need a free NJ Saltwater Registry to fish from shore in New Jersey. Register online at the NJ Fish & Wildlife website.
What safety gear do I need for jetty fishing?
Korkers or studded boots are essential—jetty rocks are extremely slippery. Never fish alone and tell someone where you are going.
What species can I catch from piers and jetties?
Tautog (blackfish), sea bass, striped bass, and bluefish are common. Structure holds fish year-round.
What is the best technique for jetty fishing?
Drop baits tight to the structure where fish hide. Green crabs are deadly for tautog. Use jigs to work around the rocks.
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Cape May County Highlights
- 🎣Cape May Inlet - trophy striper territory
- 🎣Wildwood jetties - tautog heaven
- 🎣Stone Harbor - excellent weakfish
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