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Weakfish Fishing in Spring

Spring offers solid opportunities for weakfish fishing at the Jersey Shore. Spring brings the warming water and the return of migratory fish. During March, April, May, anglers can expect good action using bay, surf, pier methods.

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Fishing Quality

Good Fishing

Peak fishing in May

Methods

baysurfpier

Techniques

soft-plasticslive-shrimpbucktails
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Weakfish Regulations

Minimum Size

13 inches

Bag Limit

1 fish

Where to Fish for Weakfish

Delaware Bay

Traditional weakfish grounds making a comeback

Barnegat Bay

Back bay action at dawn and dusk

Charter Ports for Weakfish

Spring Weakfish 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: soft-plastics, live-shrimp, bucktails
  • Always check current regulations before heading out

Delaware Bay and back bays are productive. Population has been recovering. Dawn and dusk are prime.

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