Hook & Fin Fishing Charters

Let Hook & Fin Fishing Charters take you out for a fun and productive fishing trip around Atlantic Highlands! With an experienced guide at the helm and prolific waters, you can’t really go wrong – all you have to do is choose what you’d like to catch.

Your captain offers specialized expeditions for some of the favorite local species, so you can chase Blackfish (Tautog), wrestle Striped Bass, and look for Black Seabass on the nearby reefs. Of course, these are not the only fish you can catch here, not by a long shot – Bluefish, Atlantic Salmon, Flounder (Fluke), Bonito, and many more are in the cards.

The boat that will be your ride and fishing platform is a 27’ cuddy cabin, rigged with a 300 HP Mercruiser engine, that will take you to the best spots quickly and safely. Up to 4 anglers can be on a trip and they’ll have plenty of room to fish at the same time. There’s a private toilet on board, so you’ll travel in full comfort.

When it comes to your fishing gear, you’ll be using quality Okuma, Shimano, and Penn tackle, but you’re welcome to bring your own equipment if you’d like. There’s a variety of techniques you can try out and hone, depending on what you’re targeting and how much experience you have.

All you should think about before the trip is getting a fishing license and dressing in layers to avoid the cold. Make sure you’re wearing non-marking shoes and have your raingear at hand, just in case.

The captain will provide water and light snacks, and you can bring your food and drinks as well. Alcohol is not allowed on board, save for beer. Children who are 8 and older can join you on the trip, there are life jackets on the boat for all ages.

Please note that tipping the first mate is customary. Usually, this amount is around 20%.

Get a group of your closest fishing buddies and experience New Jersey fishing at its best with Hook & Fin Fishing Charters!

Located at Monmouth Cove Marina!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    1/2 Day – Black Sea Bass (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 17 - Jun 19
    US $580
    You will fish an area closer to shore for Sea Bass. 10 fish limit per person.
    Types of fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day – Black Seabass (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 17 - Jun 19
    US $580
    You will fish an area closer to the shore for Black Seabass. 10 Fish Limit per person
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Black Seabass July-Aug (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Aug 31
    US $580
    You will fish an area closer to the shore for Seabass.
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Black Seabass July-Aug(PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Aug 31
    US $580
    You will fish an area closer to shore for Black Seabass.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Trip – Blackfish April (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Apr 30
    US $580
    You will be fishing various structures for Blackfish using Crab as bait. 4 Fish limit per person.
    Types of fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Trip – Blackfish April (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Apr 30
    US $580
    Maybe your mornings are usually busy, but that's not a reason to miss out on excellent Blackfish (Tautog) action. This fish is both fun to catch and tasty, so this is a win-win combo. Dress for the weather, trip, and stock up on drinks and snacks.
    Types of fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Trip – Fluke (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 4 - Sep 25
    US $580
    Fishing the New York Bight, Shrewsbury Rocks, and Raritan Bay Areas. Where we fish is determined by weather and fish concentrations. Bag limit is 3 fish 18 inches or greater per angler.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Trip – Fluke (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 4 - Sep 25
    US $580
    Fishing the New York Bight, Shrewsbury Rocks, and Raritan Bay Areas. Where we fish is determined by weather and fish concentrations. Bag limit is 3 fish 18 inches or greater per angler.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Trip Blackfish Nov-Dec (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 15 - Dec 7
    US $580
  • Private trip
    1/2 Half Day Blackfish (PM) Aug
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Feb 28
    US $580
    Maybe your mornings are usually busy, but that's not a reason to miss out on excellent Blackfish (Tautog) action. These fish are both fun to catch and very tasty, so this is a win-win combo. Dress for the weather before the trip, and stock up on drinks and snacks.
    Types of fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    Half Day Striped Bass (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Jun 30
    US $580
    This is a trip where you'll be trolling with artificial baits. Doubles and triple hook ups are common. Early spring Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook areas.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    Half Day Striped Bass (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Jun 30
    US $580
    Spend the afternoon trolling for Stripers using artificial baits. Doubles and triple hookups are common. Early spring Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook areas.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Blackfish (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 15 - Feb 28
    US $580
    You will be fishing various structures for Blackfish using Crab as bait.
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Targeted fish
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    Full Day Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $920
    We will be checking out some reefs looking for whatever is in season!! You could expect to catch Black Seabass, Porgy, Bluefish, Fluke, Etc. Never know what we can find depending on the time of year! This trip is for 4 people
    Types of fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Weakfish
    Weakfish
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
    Common Ling
    Common Ling
    Squid
    Squid
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FAQs about Hook & Fin Fishing Charters

Hook & Fin Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Day – Black Sea Bass (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Day – Black Seabass (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Day Black Seabass July-Aug (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Day Black Seabass July-Aug(PM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Day Trip – Blackfish April (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Day Trip – Blackfish April (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Day Trip – Fluke (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Day Trip – Fluke (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Day Trip Blackfish Nov-Dec (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - 1/2 Half Day Blackfish (PM) Aug (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - Half Day Striped Bass (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - Half Day Striped Bass (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $580 per group - Half Day Trip – Blackfish (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $920 per group - Full Day Bottom Fishing (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Hook & Fin Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private
  • GPS with Autopilot
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar 4G

Trips booked with Hook & Fin Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Penn, Okuma)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water)

Hook & Fin Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing (Monster Ledge, Glory Hole, Mud Hole)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Hook & Fin Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Hook & Fin Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Salmon (Atlantic)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Tautog
  • Weakfish

Meet the Charter Operator

Hook & Fin Fishing Charters
Middletown Township, New Jersey, United States
5 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
35 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2019
I've been an avid fisherman since childhood, and I have over 20 years of experience in inshore and offshore fishing, as well as on the Great Lakes. I started running trips 4 years ago when I acquired my 50-Ton Master Captain's License. I enjoy meeting people and getting them hooked up on fishing! My favorite catches include Blackfish, Fluke, Black Seabass, and anything else willing to take the bait.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Bluefish Bluefish
Bonito Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Sportcraft (Cuddy cabin) originally built in 2002, and restored in 2019. Powered by a 300HP Marine Power 350 engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 28 knots.

Length
27 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Monster Ledge, Glory Hole, Mud Hole
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Private
GPS
with Autopilot
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Penn, Okuma
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
Min. age 8, life jackets provided
No Alcohol
Beer allowed
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (26)
Captain Steve is the best!!
Captain Steve is the best!!
Great morning of Fishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
90%
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Jonathan G.
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Captain Steve is the best!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Striped Bass (AM) on November 10, 2023
We had an amazing time with Captain Steve.  A five star experience!
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John B.
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Great morning of Fishing

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Black Seabass July-Aug (AM) on July 22, 2023
Cap’n Steve did a great job of adjusting for the conditions and we got out to catch flukes, sea bass, and a sea robin, a...
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Striped Bass (AM) on May 26, 2023
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Charles G.
Lafayette, New Jersey
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Spring Morning Striper Trip Raritan Bay

VERIFIED   Half Day Striped Bass (PM) on May 16, 2022
Capt Steve was terrific.  He was very kind and personable helping each angler according to his or her needs.  The stripers...
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Christina M.
Hazlet, NJ
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Great way to spend father's day

VERIFIED   1/2 Day – Black Sea Bass (AM) on June 20, 2021
My wife booked a 4 hour charter with Hook & Fin Fishing Charters and it really was such a great gift. Captain Steve and his...
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