Chasin’ Tail Sportfishing Charters is a full-time sportfishing operation out of Monmouth Cove Marina in Middletown Township, New Jersey. Fishing the Raritan Bay and surrounding waters, Captain Joseph Degruttola and his crew are blessed with some of the best Striped Bass fishing around. Also, you can experience some world-class Tuna action when fishing offshore in the bluewater. Captain Joseph provides all the top-of-the-line gear to get the job for that day on the water. Some of the sponsors include Avet Reels, TN Tackle, Seaguar, Noreast’r, and Tony Maja. Book your trip and have tons of fun fishing with Chasin’ Tail Sportfishing Charters!
Your trip starts on a 30’ Pursuit 3070 offshore sport fishing boat. It can fit up to 5 guests on inshore trips and 4 guests when fishing offshore. The boat runs on twin 250 HP Yamaha engines, uses comprehensive navigation technology, and has got a portable toilet and a bed. You’ll have plenty of to store your fish, food, and drinks. As for the fishing gear, the boat has got a livewell and outriggers. A first mate will also join your trip and he’d be grateful for a customary 20% tip for his diligent work.
You’ll have the chance to try out various fishing techniques using light and heavy tackle. The choice of species you can target is also big, with Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Seabass, Tautog, and Flounder being some of them. Feel free to keep the fish you catch.
Captain Joseph will do his best to make your trip fun and productive and invites your whole family to join him aboard. He’ll provide all the gear, licenses, and catch cleaning, so just bring some snacks and drinks before you leave.
Pick your day and embark on a fishing adventure!
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
88%
Caught fish
92%
Jul 5, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Fluke (PM)
Chartered Chasin' Tails and they did not diappoint. Captain Joe was very personable and patient with my kids. We were on fish all day and i would recommend him and his boat for anyone looking for a charter down the Jersey Shore.
Chartered Chasin' Tails and they did not diappoint. Captain Joe was very personable and patient with my kids. We were on fish...
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May 16, 2025
6 Hour Trip – Fluke
Great day on the water with four friends. Capt. Joe and first mate Tom were top notch. Everyone caught their limit. We made a memory ! Thanks again skipper ! Highly recommended.
Great day on the water with four friends. Capt. Joe and first mate Tom were top notch. Everyone caught their limit. We made a...
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Oct 5, 2024
4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (PM)
We had a great time fishing! Didn’t catch too many, but the experience was very enjoyable nonetheless. Would recommend and do it again
We had a great time fishing! Didn’t catch too many, but the experience was very enjoyable nonetheless. Would recommend and do...
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May 20, 2024
4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (AM)
Scheduled the trip about 6 weeks in advance for my daughter’s 31st b-day. Weather was not good the entire week prior to the trip but was beautiful the day of the trip. The crew worked hard to find fish and try different ways to catch them. My daughter brought in a 20lb striped bass thanks to the hard work of the crew and made her birthday wish come true. Later in the trip she landed a 7 pound bluefish. Thank you Captain Ray and Mate Vinny!
Scheduled the trip about 6 weeks in advance for my daughter’s 31st b-day. Weather was not good the entire week prior to the trip...
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Jun 3, 2024
4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (PM)
We booked this for our son who wants to learn everything and anything capt Joe and his crew were top notch, professional, accommodating teaching a 13 year old just starting out that’s more then we expected but the icing on the cake was Tyler reeled in a 48lbs striper and made a memory of a lifetime. We will be back and everyone should book with chasing tails !!!
We booked this for our son who wants to learn everything and anything capt Joe and his crew were top notch, professional, accommodating...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (28)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
88%
Caught fish
92%
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4 Hour Trip – Fluke (PM) on July 5, 2025
Chartered Chasin' Tails and they did not diappoint. Captain Joe was very personable and patient with my kids. We were on fish all day and i would recommend him and his boat for anyone looking for a charter down the Jersey Shore.
Chartered Chasin' Tails and they did not diappoint. Captain Joe was very personable and patient with my kids. We were on fish all day and i would recommend him and his boat for anyone looking for a charter down the Jersey Shore.
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6 Hour Trip – Fluke on May 16, 2025
Great day on the water with four friends. Capt. Joe and first mate Tom were top notch. Everyone caught their limit. We made a memory ! Thanks again skipper ! Highly recommended.
Great day on the water with four friends. Capt. Joe and first mate Tom were top notch. Everyone caught their limit. We made a memory ! Thanks again skipper ! Highly recommended.
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4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (PM) on October 5, 2024
We had a great time fishing! Didn’t catch too many, but the experience was very enjoyable nonetheless. Would recommend and do it again
We had a great time fishing! Didn’t catch too many, but the experience was very enjoyable nonetheless. Would recommend and do it again
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4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (AM) on May 20, 2024
Scheduled the trip about 6 weeks in advance for my daughter’s 31st b-day. Weather was not good the entire week prior to the trip but was beautiful the day of the trip. The crew worked hard to find fish and try different ways to catch them. My daughter brought in a 20lb striped bass thanks to the hard work of the crew and made her birthday wish come true. Later in the trip she landed a 7 pound bluefish. Thank you Captain Ray and Mate Vinny!
Scheduled the trip about 6 weeks in advance for my daughter’s 31st b-day. Weather was not good the entire week prior to the trip but was beautiful the day of the trip. The crew worked hard to find fish and try different ways to catch them. My daughter brought in a 20lb striped bass thanks to the hard work of the crew and made her birthday wish come true. Later in the trip she landed a 7 pound bluefish. Thank you Captain Ray and Mate Vinny!
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4 Hour Trip – Striped Bass (PM) on June 3, 2024
We booked this for our son who wants to learn everything and anything capt Joe and his crew were top notch, professional, accommodating teaching a 13 year old just starting out that’s more then we expected but the icing on the cake was Tyler reeled in a 48lbs striper and made a memory of a lifetime. We will be back and everyone should book with chasing tails !!!
We booked this for our son who wants to learn everything and anything capt Joe and his crew were top notch, professional, accommodating teaching a 13 year old just starting out that’s more then we expected but the icing on the cake was Tyler reeled in a 48lbs striper and made a memory of a lifetime. We will be back and everyone should book with chasing tails !!!
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