Fish On Charters (Sandy Hook NJ)

A fun day on the water is right here, with Fish On Charters. Join Captain Big Mike and explore the inshore waters of Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook. The trips are available year round, so you can start your adventure whenever you want. Even if you’re not an avid angler, you’ll have an amazing time on the boat. You only need a bit of positive energy and you’ll learn to handle the rod in no time.

It all starts on a 26’ Shamrock that accommodates up to 4 guests. This cuddy cabin is well known for its safety and comfortable ride. She’s powered by a 500 HP Power Marine engine and reaches the speed of 20 knots. The boat features Simrad GPS, a fishfinder, and 2 VHF radios, so you can count on finding the best fishing spots in the area. For your convenience, there’s also a private toilet.

You can choose a bottom fishing trip where you’ll target different types of species, such as Flounder, Weakfish, Black Seabass, and Porgy. You can also take a trip that specifically targets Stripers! It all depends on what you want to catch. Either way, you get to keep the catch.

All fishing equipment is covered by your captain and you don’t need to worry about it. You only need to prepare your fishing license and pack some food and drinks for the day. After the trip the captain will also clean your catch, so feel free to bring a cooler and save your fish for later.

Fish On Charters welcomes anglers of all ages and skill levels. Confirm your trip and let the adventure start.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun)
    $575
    This bottom fishing trip will take you after a variety of fish species in the area, such as Fluke, Blackfish, Sea Bass, and Porgy (when in season). The trip covers your fishing equipment and catch cleaning service.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Striped Bass
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun)
    $672
    This charter centers around smaller groups, so up to 4 anglers are welcome to join and target Striped Bass. The trip price includes bait, fuel, ice, rods/reel, and tackle. Don't forget to purchase your fishing licenses and pack some food and drinks for the day.

FAQs about Fish On Charters (Sandy Hook NJ)

Fish On Charters (Sandy Hook NJ) offers the following trips to customers:
  • $575 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
  • $672 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Fish On Charters (Sandy Hook NJ), you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS Simrad
  • Fishfinder New Simrad Fishfinder
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Fish On Charters (Sandy Hook NJ) include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Fish On Charters (Sandy Hook NJ) offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Fish On Charters (Sandy Hook NJ) offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Fish On Charters (Sandy Hook NJ) include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Flounder
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Weakfish

Meet the Captain

Michael Caroppolo
Keansburg, New Jersey, United States
7 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2019
I have been fishing the area since the age of 15 out of Jamaica Bay while living in New York. Last 25 years, I spent fishing Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook since moving to New Jersey. I have my USCG 100 ton Masters License.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Flounder Flounder
Scup (Porgy) Scup (Porgy)
Seabass (Black) Black Seabass

Boat specs

Shamrock Keel Drive (Cuddy cabin) originally built in 1989, and restored in 2019. Powered by a 500HP 350 Power Marine engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Simrad
Fishfinder
New Simrad Fishfinder
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

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.
You Keep Catch

Payment

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
PayPal
Checks

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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John H.
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Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on June 17, 2023
HAD A GREAT TRIP! CAN’T WAIT FOR NEXT TRIP!
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Lucy B.
Westtown, NY
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VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on May 7, 2023
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Clinton M.
Lake Hallie, WI
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6hr bottom fishing

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on July 13, 2022
When I knew I was going on a vacation to New Jersey I knew that I wanted to take my 7 year fishing for his birthday. I never...
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Fabiana M.
Clifton, NJ
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Fishing with Michael and Pete

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on August 20, 2021
I surprised my husband Jim with this fishing trip for his birthday. He and his friend Matt attended. When my husband got home...
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VERIFIED   March 5, 2023
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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