PrimeTime Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (67 reviews)
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 1 Marina on the Bay court, Highlands, NJ 07732, United States

PrimeTime Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (67)
 Angler's Choice
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1 Marina on the Bay court
Highlands, NJ, United States

Whether you’re looking for the reel-screaming thrill of fighting a trophy-sized fish or you want to provide your family a relaxing day spent outdoors, PrimeTime Fishing Charters has a trip for you! Captain Karl McKenna will put you on the hottest bite in the waters of New Jersey.

You’ll fish from a 20’ Grady White walkaround, built in 1990. She’s proven the quality of her build time again and again and still takes anglers with the same gusto as the day she was launched. She can handle 2 anglers and the captain at the same time. The engine is a 200 HP Yamaha outboard that’ll get you to your fishing grounds quickly.

Capt. Karl will provide you with the equipment and instruction for a wide range of fishing techniques. You’ll do bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, spinning, and drift fishing with conventional or fly rods. You should bring your own fly rods, though.

This mix of techniques is there for a reason; there’s a great variety of species to target. Striped Bass, Flounder, Tautog, Ling, Bluefish, Scup, and whatever else you run into can be hooked up.

Remember to pack a cooler for your catch, the captain will clean and fillet your fish free of charge. Fishing licenses aren’t needed, the captain’s license will cover you.  Later departure times are available upon request.

Explore the waters of New Jersey the right way. Book a trip with PrimeTime Fishing Charters and cast off on a fishing adventure!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 67 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (61)

Fishing with Karl
First time saltwater fishing!
First time saltwater fishing!
+58

Angler rating

64
3
0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

93%

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Lane J.
Lane J.
5.0/5

Aug 17, 2025

5 Hour Trip

First time saltwater fishing!

VERIFIED

Our 8-year-old son, Hunter, had the ultimate saltwater fishing experience today—his dream come true! Captain Karl is absolutely top-notch. Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable, but he was also patient, encouraging, and especially great with Hunter. We reeled in flounder, snappers, and even got a surprise ray! Couldn’t have asked for a better day. Thank you, Karl, for making it so memorable. Highly recommend 100%!

Our 8-year-old son, Hunter, had the ultimate saltwater fishing experience today—his dream come true! Captain Karl is absolutely...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 17, 2025
Thanks for the nice review. Hope to see you in the spring for the Striper run.

Rita F.
Rita F.
5.0/5

Aug 31, 2025

5 Hour Trip

Fishing with Karl

VERIFIED
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The Captain was knowledgeable and very helpful. We had a great fishing experience and also learned new skills. i would highly recommend using this charter.

The Captain was knowledgeable and very helpful. We had a great fishing experience and also learned new skills. i would highly...  

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Replied on September 19, 2025
Rita thanks for the nice review. i enjoyed having you guys on the boat and hope to see you again. Capt Karl.

Dion R.
Dion R.
5.0/5

May 17, 2025

5 Hour Trip

Best birthday present ever

VERIFIED

Captain Karl made my birthday one of the most memorable days of my life! Great job showing me and my kids the bay and what fish are in season. Also having the patience to answer all my questions. I highly recommend anyone book a trip with captain Karl. I will be see you soon sir. Thanks again.

Captain Karl made my birthday one of the most memorable days of my life! Great job showing me and my kids the bay and what fish...  

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Replied on May 19, 2025
Thanks for the nice review Dion. I enjoyed having you and the kids aboard and look forward to our next fishing adventure.

Andy D.
Andy D.
4.7/5

Jul 17, 2025

5 Hour Trip

Convenient location and captain knows where to fish

VERIFIED

Captain Karl is easygoing, knows his business, and provided a good trip. Too bad the fluke weren’t as agreeable although we tried several spots but the fish wouldn’t always respond. We did get a couple of keepers and had to return a few that weren’t tall enough. Next time, fingers crossed.

Captain Karl is easygoing, knows his business, and provided a good trip. Too bad the fluke weren’t as agreeable although we tried...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 19, 2025
Andy. Thanks for the review. Hope to see you guys again soon. Capt. Karl

John V.
John V.
5.0/5

Jul 10, 2025

7 Hour Trip

Pleasant experience

VERIFIED

Captain Karl is very experienced, friendly, knowledgeable, extremely helpful and hardworking. He put us on different types of fish, some we never caught before.

Captain Karl is very experienced, friendly, knowledgeable, extremely helpful and hardworking. He put us on different types of...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 11, 2025
Thanks for the nice review Jack. I really enjoyed having you and your brothers on board. Hope we can do it again soon.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 67 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (61)

Fishing with Karl
First time saltwater fishing!
First time saltwater fishing!
+58

Angler rating

64
3
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

98%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 67 reviews
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Lane J.
Lane J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

First time saltwater fishing!

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip on August 17, 2025

Our 8-year-old son, Hunter, had the ultimate saltwater fishing experience today—his dream come true! Captain Karl is absolutely top-notch. Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable, but he was also patient, encouraging, and especially great with Hunter. We reeled in flounder, snappers, and even got a surprise ray! Couldn’t have asked for a better day. Thank you, Karl, for making it so memorable. Highly recommend 100%!

Our 8-year-old son, Hunter, had the ultimate saltwater fishing experience today—his dream come true! Captain Karl is absolutely top-notch. Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable, but he was also patient, encouraging, and especially great with Hunter. We reeled in flounder, snappers, and even got a surprise ray! Couldn’t have asked for a better day. Thank you, Karl, for making it so memorable. Highly recommend 100%!  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 17, 2025
Thanks for the nice review. Hope to see you in the spring for the Striper run.

Rita F.
Rita F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Karl

VERIFIED
NEW

5 Hour Trip on August 31, 2025

The Captain was knowledgeable and very helpful. We had a great fishing experience and also learned new skills. i would highly recommend using this charter.

The Captain was knowledgeable and very helpful. We had a great fishing experience and also learned new skills. i would highly recommend using this charter.  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 19, 2025
Rita thanks for the nice review. i enjoyed having you guys on the boat and hope to see you again. Capt Karl.

Dion R.
Dion R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best birthday present ever

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip on May 17, 2025

Captain Karl made my birthday one of the most memorable days of my life! Great job showing me and my kids the bay and what fish are in season. Also having the patience to answer all my questions. I highly recommend anyone book a trip with captain Karl. I will be see you soon sir. Thanks again.

Captain Karl made my birthday one of the most memorable days of my life! Great job showing me and my kids the bay and what fish are in season. Also having the patience to answer all my questions. I highly recommend anyone book a trip with captain Karl. I will be see you soon sir. Thanks again.  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 19, 2025
Thanks for the nice review Dion. I enjoyed having you and the kids aboard and look forward to our next fishing adventure.

Andy D.
Andy D.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Convenient location and captain knows where to fish

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip on July 17, 2025

Captain Karl is easygoing, knows his business, and provided a good trip. Too bad the fluke weren’t as agreeable although we tried several spots but the fish wouldn’t always respond. We did get a couple of keepers and had to return a few that weren’t tall enough. Next time, fingers crossed.

Captain Karl is easygoing, knows his business, and provided a good trip. Too bad the fluke weren’t as agreeable although we tried several spots but the fish wouldn’t always respond. We did get a couple of keepers and had to return a few that weren’t tall enough. Next time, fingers crossed.  

 Andy D. recommends PrimeTime Fishing Charters

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 19, 2025
Andy. Thanks for the review. Hope to see you guys again soon. Capt. Karl

John V.
John V.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Pleasant experience

VERIFIED

7 Hour Trip on July 10, 2025

Captain Karl is very experienced, friendly, knowledgeable, extremely helpful and hardworking. He put us on different types of fish, some we never caught before.

Captain Karl is very experienced, friendly, knowledgeable, extremely helpful and hardworking. He put us on different types of fish, some we never caught before.  

 John V. recommends PrimeTime Fishing Charters

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 11, 2025
Thanks for the nice review Jack. I really enjoyed having you and your brothers on board. Hope we can do it again soon.

FAQs about PrimeTime Fishing Charters

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
1990
Boat manufacturer
Grady White
Boat type
Walkaround

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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