NJShore Guide

The Farms

Plain Area off the New Jersey coast

2,666 acresArea
4Species
North ShoreRegion
70-90 ftDepth

Location

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About This Ground

The Farms is a colloquially named fishing area off Shark River Inlet in NJ offshore waters. The name may reflect a historically productive bottom area that "farmed" consistent catches for local captains, or refer to a bottom type with abundant marine growth. Sea bass and tautog concentrate on hard-bottom structure; bluefish and striped bass move through during spring and fall migration. Charter boats from Belmar and Shark River marinas include The Farms in their standard bottom-fishing rotation.

Target Species

Striped BassBluefishFluke (Summer Flounder)Sea Bass

Best Times to Fish

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SpeciesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Striped BassOffOffGoodPeakPeakGoodOffOffGoodPeakPeakGood
BluefishOffOffOffGoodPeakPeakPeakPeakPeakGoodOffOff
Summer Flounder (Fluke)OffOffOffOffGoodPeakPeakPeakGoodOffOffOff
Black Sea BassOffOffOffOffPeakPeakGoodGoodPeakPeakGoodOff
Peak Season
Good Season
Off Season

Charters to Fish The Farms

Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Best striper access

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The Gambler

point-pleasant-beach

Party Boat
  • ✓Family operation since 1949
  • ✓Widest party boat in class
$60/person$

Miss Chris Boats

Cape May

Party Boat
  • ✓Three daily departure times
  • ✓Air-conditioned 80-foot vessel
$50/person$

Highroller Fishing

Atlantic City

Party Boat
  • ✓No Seasick Guarantee
  • ✓Only back bay party boat in AC
$50/person$

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch at The Farms?

The Farms is known for Striped Bass, Bluefish, Fluke (Summer Flounder), Sea Bass.

How do I get to The Farms?

The Farms is accessible from Shark River. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.

Early Morning Trip?

Stay near Shark River marina for 4-5 AM departures.

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Quick Info

Type
Plain Area
Nearest Inlet
Shark River
Depth
70-90 ft
Size
2,666 acres

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Fishing Reports

Check recent reports to see what's biting at The Farms.

NJ Saltwater Fishing Reports

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NOAA Recreational Fishing

Official catch data

NJ DEP Fish & Wildlife

Regulations & Reports

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