JP Charters
If fishing in Cape May is on your bucket list, look no further than JP Charters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Jonathan knows them forwards and back.
Mahi Mahi, Bluefish, Striped Bass, Black Drum, Flounder, Black Seabass, Sheepshead, Tautog, and more are in the cards, depending on when you go. On these trips, it’s common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!
You'll be casting lines from a 32' SeaVee center console with space for 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water.
You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Have in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.
Don't leave home without sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Get in touch with Capt. Jonathan below and start planning your trip today!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (54)
+51Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
100%
Aug 4, 2025
4 Hour Trip (AM)
Great day with Capt. John!
Captain John runs a top notch charter. If you are looking for a chill and low key experience this is your guy. Even though the fishing was slow for all the charters today, John kept positive and put us on some fish. Fishing is fishing and sometimes the fish go to hide. Even so, John was gracious and personable throughout. He worked with his other charter operators and we found some fish to bring home. His boat is clean and plenty of room for six. If you are looking for a Cape May charter, this is the one you should book!
Captain John runs a top notch charter. If you are looking for a chill and low key experience this is your guy. Even though the...
Jun 30, 2025
4 Hour Trip (AM)
Unforgettable Fishing Trip with Captain Jonathan!
We had an absolutely incredible fishing trip with Captain Jonathan that our family will never forget! From the moment we arrived at the dock, everything was seamless. He was ready 10 minutes early, fully prepared with life jackets as we had requested, and greeted us with a warm, professional demeanor. During the trip, we caught 25 bluefish, and thanks to Captain Jonathan’s expertise in trolling, the action was nonstop. Although the lines got tangled a few times — which is bound to happen with excited kids onboard — he handled every moment with calm, patience, and zero frustration. He made the whole experience fun and stress-free for everyone. Captain Jonathan was especially kind and engaging with the kids. He let them put the fish in the basket, showed them how to ice the catch properly, and even taught them some fascinating facts about bluefish species. It was both educational and fun — a perfect family experience. After the 4-hour trip, he didn’t rush us off. Instead, he cleaned the fish with great skill, helped us pack and ice them properly, and made sure we were completely taken care of before we left. Captain Jonathan’s professionalism, knowledge, and kindness made this a five-star experience. If you’re looking for a family-friendly fishing adventure with a captain who goes above and beyond, look no further. We’ll definitely be booking with him again!
We had an absolutely incredible fishing trip with Captain Jonathan that our family will never forget! From the moment we arrived...
Aug 11, 2025
4 Hour Trip (PM)
Great family fishing day
Great day of fishing for myself, my brother visiting from California, and our 4 boys. Captain Jon had us on the fish quickly, and the kids had a great time reeling in a couple dozen bluefish and assorted Spanish mackerel and false albacore. We really appreciated his calm and patient demeanor with the kids, who all had an amazing time and learned a ton. Highly recommend!
Great day of fishing for myself, my brother visiting from California, and our 4 boys. Captain Jon had us on the fish quickly,...
Jul 6, 2025
4 Hour Trip (AM)
Captain Jon knows what he’s doing
Had a great trip with JP Charters. His boat is immaculate, and his equipment works perfectly. Captain Jon is a great person to fish with, he knows the ocean and where to find fish! We caught lots of blues, tagged out on sea bass and even got to finish the trip off reeling in a nice big sand shark. Highly recommend JP Charters to anyone looking to go deep sea fishing! Hoping to come fish again soon!
Had a great trip with JP Charters. His boat is immaculate, and his equipment works perfectly. Captain Jon is a great person to...
Jun 24, 2025
4 Hour Trip (AM)
Great morning trip with the grandkids!
We were looking for something to do other than get on a party boat or hidden boat. We found this charter and worked out an exciting 4 hr trip shark fishing. We ended up catching 13 shorts in that timeframe. Four hours was plenty long enough to keep the kids attention. Capt. John did a great job of putting us on the shark and given us a work out while catching them. Haha. Would highly recommend him.
We were looking for something to do other than get on a party boat or hidden boat. We found this charter and worked out an exciting...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (54)
+51Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great day with Capt. John!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 4, 2025
Captain John runs a top notch charter. If you are looking for a chill and low key experience this is your guy. Even though the fishing was slow for all the charters today, John kept positive and put us on some fish. Fishing is fishing and sometimes the fish go to hide. Even so, John was gracious and personable throughout. He worked with his other charter operators and we found some fish to bring home. His boat is clean and plenty of room for six. If you are looking for a Cape May charter, this is the one you should book!
Captain John runs a top notch charter. If you are looking for a chill and low key experience this is your guy. Even though the fishing was slow for all the charters today, John kept positive and put us on some fish. Fishing is fishing and sometimes the fish go to hide. Even so, John was gracious and personable throughout. He worked with his other charter operators and we found some fish to bring home. His boat is clean and plenty of room for six. If you are looking for a Cape May charter, this...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Unforgettable Fishing Trip with Captain Jonathan!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 30, 2025
We had an absolutely incredible fishing trip with Captain Jonathan that our family will never forget! From the moment we arrived at the dock, everything was seamless. He was ready 10 minutes early, fully prepared with life jackets as we had requested, and greeted us with a warm, professional demeanor. During the trip, we caught 25 bluefish, and thanks to Captain Jonathan’s expertise in trolling, the action was nonstop. Although the lines got tangled a few times — which is bound to happen with excited kids onboard — he handled every moment with calm, patience, and zero frustration. He made the whole experience fun and stress-free for everyone. Captain Jonathan was especially kind and engaging with the kids. He let them put the fish in the basket, showed them how to ice the catch properly, and even taught them some fascinating facts about bluefish species. It was both educational and fun — a perfect family experience. After the 4-hour trip, he didn’t rush us off. Instead, he cleaned the fish with great skill, helped us pack and ice them properly, and made sure we were completely taken care of before we left. Captain Jonathan’s professionalism, knowledge, and kindness made this a five-star experience. If you’re looking for a family-friendly fishing adventure with a captain who goes above and beyond, look no further. We’ll definitely be booking with him again!
We had an absolutely incredible fishing trip with Captain Jonathan that our family will never forget! From the moment we arrived at the dock, everything was seamless. He was ready 10 minutes early, fully prepared with life jackets as we had requested, and greeted us with a warm, professional demeanor. During the trip, we caught 25 bluefish, and thanks to Captain Jonathan’s expertise in trolling, the action was nonstop. Although the lines got tangled a few times — which is bound to happen with...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great family fishing day
4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 11, 2025
Great day of fishing for myself, my brother visiting from California, and our 4 boys. Captain Jon had us on the fish quickly, and the kids had a great time reeling in a couple dozen bluefish and assorted Spanish mackerel and false albacore. We really appreciated his calm and patient demeanor with the kids, who all had an amazing time and learned a ton. Highly recommend!
Great day of fishing for myself, my brother visiting from California, and our 4 boys. Captain Jon had us on the fish quickly, and the kids had a great time reeling in a couple dozen bluefish and assorted Spanish mackerel and false albacore. We really appreciated his calm and patient demeanor with the kids, who all had an amazing time and learned a ton. Highly recommend!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Captain Jon knows what he’s doing
4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 6, 2025
Had a great trip with JP Charters. His boat is immaculate, and his equipment works perfectly. Captain Jon is a great person to fish with, he knows the ocean and where to find fish! We caught lots of blues, tagged out on sea bass and even got to finish the trip off reeling in a nice big sand shark. Highly recommend JP Charters to anyone looking to go deep sea fishing! Hoping to come fish again soon!
Had a great trip with JP Charters. His boat is immaculate, and his equipment works perfectly. Captain Jon is a great person to fish with, he knows the ocean and where to find fish! We caught lots of blues, tagged out on sea bass and even got to finish the trip off reeling in a nice big sand shark. Highly recommend JP Charters to anyone looking to go deep sea fishing! Hoping to come fish again soon!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great morning trip with the grandkids!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 24, 2025
We were looking for something to do other than get on a party boat or hidden boat. We found this charter and worked out an exciting 4 hr trip shark fishing. We ended up catching 13 shorts in that timeframe. Four hours was plenty long enough to keep the kids attention. Capt. John did a great job of putting us on the shark and given us a work out while catching them. Haha. Would highly recommend him.
We were looking for something to do other than get on a party boat or hidden boat. We found this charter and worked out an exciting 4 hr trip shark fishing. We ended up catching 13 shorts in that timeframe. Four hours was plenty long enough to keep the kids attention. Capt. John did a great job of putting us on the shark and given us a work out while catching them. Haha. Would highly recommend him.
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