Setting off from Barnegat, Tommyboy Fishing Charters is ideally located to fish the inshore bays, inlets, and backwaters of the New Jersey bays protected by its many jetties and islands from the Atlantic. They’re also in a prime position to start an ocean fishing excursion, and Captain Thomas Welsh can take you up to 25 miles offshore. With over 25 years of experience in the region, he’s just the man to guide these exciting tours.

Trips take place aboard a 26’ Pursuit center console, designed to easily navigate the shallow backwaters, and drift across the bumpy open ocean. Powered by twin 200 HP Suzuki engines, it reaches speeds of up to 35 knots, getting you to the hottest spots as quickly as possible. She’s been equipped with your comfort and safety in mind, with a toilet, an ice box for your snacks and drinks, and all safety equipment needed.

In this part of the world, there’s one fish that stands out above the rest, the Striped Bass. On all tours you’ll head out hoping to catch a boatful of these exciting, not to mention tasty creatures. You’ll be handed rods, reels, tackle, and lures to cast with, with live bait also waiting for you aboard. On trips further offshore, you’ll get the chance to hunt for some bigger game fish, but whichever trip you choose, you’re in for an unforgettable day.

Children over 7 years old are welcome on board and will be provided with appropriate life jackets. Capt. Tom is an easy-going, fun-loving captain, who is passionate about fishing, and wants to see everyone enjoy themselves. Therefore, alcohol is permitted aboard, but hard liquor is not. The thrill of fishing will grip you, as you gaze at the open ocean and the magnificent skyline behind. Tommyboy Fishing Charters will blow your mind!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Bay/Nearshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 15
    $540
    Off the New Jersey coastline, protected by a series of jetties and islands, you'll get to fish either the bay or along the beach for species such as Summer Flounder, Striped Bass, Bluefish and Weakfish. These fish are great fun, and the Bass is a great meal too, so make the most of this opportunity to hook some onboard and take them home.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Bay/Nearshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 15
    $540
    On this afternoon trip, you'll drift along the beach or in the waters of the Barnegat Bay, hitting the inlets and backwaters in search of Summer Flounder, Striped Bass, Bluefish and Weakfish. These waters are famous for inshore fishing, protected from the Atlantic by a series of islands and jetties, so you're in for a treat on this trip.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Wreck/Reef
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 15
    $700
    Head out up to 15 miles out of the Barnegat Inlet and into the Atlantic Ocean on this offshore trip. You'll be bottom fishing dozens of underwater wrecks and reefs focusing on species such as Ling, Black Seabass, Fluke, Triggerfish, Bluefish and more. Get out on the open waters and look back at the New Jersey and New York coast and skyline while fishing these rich waters.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip - Offshore Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 15
    $1,750
    On this offshore trip, you'll be going up to 50 miles out of the Barnegat Inlet to fish for pelagics moving inshore through the underwater canyons. Among the species you'll be targeting are Wahoo, Bluefin Tuna and Mahi-Mahi. Look back at the New Jersey and New York skyline as you've never seen it before, while trolling, jigging, spinning, or popping to reel in a big one. This trip is for a maximum of 3 anglers.

About the Captain

Thomas Walsh
Barnegat Township, New Jersey, United States
ID & License verified
9 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since October 2018
Capt. Tom has been fishing the waters off the Jersey coast for over 25 years, specializing in inshore and nearshore trips, but also pursuing bigger game fish offshore. Since getting his license, he now gets to share his experience and knowledge with others. Capt. Tom loves being on the water whether he's reeling one in, helping another, or watching others show off their skills.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Bluefish Bluefish
Flounder Flounder
Seabass (Black) Black Seabass

Boat specs

Pursuit (Center console) originally built in 2001. Powered by 2 200HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 15 miles
Reef Fishing
U
Wreck Fishing
During season
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Must be over 7 years old
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash

Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (7)
Half day morning trip
Half day morning trip
Great afternoon off Barnegat Light, NJ
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Angler Rating
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
83%
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Shaun C.
Sewell, NJ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day morning trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Bay/Nearshore (AM) on July 23, 2022
The captain and first mate couldn’t have been any better. They were beyond helpful with making this a memorable trip for...
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Rufus W. I.
Tampa, FL
Excellent
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Great afternoon off Barnegat Light, NJ

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Bay/Nearshore (PM) on July 20, 2022
We had a great morning chasing bluefish and fluke off Barnegat Light, NJ with Captain Tom Walsh
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Terra D.
Furlong, PA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Very good
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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Girls day out!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Wreck/Reef on September 24, 2020
Great day, fun had by everyone! Captain Tom and Joe are just so much fun. We were a mom and 2 daughter crew for a day of fun...
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William B.
Newark, New Jersey
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fluke trip with captain Thomas

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Bay/Nearshore (AM) on July 31, 2021
Tommy boy charters were exceptional, they went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and put us on some nice fish. I...
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Chuck H.
Medina, OH
Excellent
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Wreck/Reef on June 13, 2021
Captain and crew were a great time and they treat you right. Definitely recommend giving them a shot.
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FAQs about Tommyboy Fishing Charters

Tommyboy Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $540 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay/Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • $540 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay/Nearshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • $700 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Wreck/Reef (6 hours)
  • $1,750 per group - 10 Hour Trip - Offshore Fishing (9 hours)

When you book a trip with Tommyboy Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Tommyboy Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Tommyboy Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 15 miles)
  • Reef Fishing (U)
  • Wreck Fishing (During season)
  • Flats Fishing

Tommyboy Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Tommyboy Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish
  • Flounder
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Weakfish