Fins Up Family Charters
Fins Up Family Charters
If you're ready to discover fishing or cruising the Manasquan River or the Atlantic Ocean off Point Pleasant Beach, book a trip with Fins Up Family Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Mike, which means you'll tap into years of knowledge and experience.
Depending on conditions, you might hook into Flounder, Black Seabass, Bluefish, Striped Bass, Bonito, Crab, Tautog, and whatever else takes the bait. The captain specializes in summer Flounder (Fluke) fishing, and they are only a short cruise to the Axel Carlson and Sea Girt Reefs.
Capt. Mike operates a 23' Walkaround that holds up to 4 passengers for fishing. It has all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures if you don't have your own. There's no need to buy a fishing license, You can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle!
Children are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children under 16 must wear life vests while underway, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain carries up-to-date regulation info so you don't have to worry about remembering the length allowed for every species.
It's recommended to bring snacks, sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Fins Up Family Charters.
If you're ready to discover fishing or cruising the Manasquan River or the Atlantic Ocean off Point Pleasant Beach, book a trip with Fins Up Family Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Mike, which means you'll tap into years of knowledge and experience.
Depending on conditions, you might hook into Flounder, Black Seabass, Bluefish, Striped Bass, Bonito, Crab, Tautog, and whatever else takes the bait. The captain specializes in summer Flounder (Fluke) fishing, and they are only a short cruise to the Axel Carlson and Sea Girt Reefs.
Capt. Mike operates a 23' Walkaround that holds up to 4 passengers for fishing. It has all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures if you don't have your own. There's no need to buy a fishing license, You can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle!
Children are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children under 16 must wear life vests while underway, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain carries up-to-date regulation info so you don't have to worry about remembering the length allowed for every species.
It's recommended to bring snacks, sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Fins Up Family Charters.
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Alicia Kandel5.0VerifiedExcellent trip!
3 Hour - After Work Soak-Mil1stRes on July 20, 2026 • 4 adultsCaptain Mike was very kind and personable. He reached out to me the moment I booked the trip and answered every question I had. He even refunded me some money because he saw my son was in the Military! Once we were n water, he did everything he could to ensure we each caught something. I would highly recommend Captain Mike!
John GavinRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat family day in the water!
4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM on July 11, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childOur family had a great time with Captain Mike! Caught lots of fish, including our dinner! Captain Mike went the extra mile to make sure the entire family enjoyed the day. We’ll definitely be back!
Steven Weston5.0VerifiedFishing with R. Michael
4 Hour – Military/First Resp - 1:00 PM on June 21, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child
Mirelis Irizarry5.0VerifiedPhenomenal captain!!!
4 Hour – Military/First Resp - 1:00 PM on May 24, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 childMichael was a phenomenal captain. He took my sons out for their first fishing trip. He was on a mission to make sure they enjoyed every moment of the experience!! He went above and beyond. Was very attentive and knowledgeable! He took them to the bay and then the ocean! He’s a great communicator told us of the winds and weather days before the trip. My boys even got a chance to play pirates. We will definitely book again.
Marie RobertsRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGood time
2 Hour Trip – Quick Soak on May 24, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 childA trip with Captain Michael is like hanging out with family. We had a great time. My daughter caught a dogfish/shark. She got to hold it and it just made her day. He clearly knows what he is doing and is very well prepared. We had bad weather and the fish did not like the cold but Captain Michael gave it every effort and gave us extra time. He was very accommodating. Would definitely do it again.
Danielle FisherRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat time for the kids and overall great experience!
3 Hour - After Work Soak on June 13, 2025 • 4 adults • 3 childrenBooked Finn’s up family charter for Father’s Day! Our boys have never been fishing on a boat. We had 2 teens and a 9 yr old and they loved it!! Captain Mike was very helpful and patient with the kids teaching them to fish! They each caught several fish and even some keepers! Overall, they had a great time and great experience for them. We highly recommend!
Greg Moore5.0VerifiedFun, Laid back half day trip
4 Hour Trip on May 17, 2025 • 4 adultsWe had a great time. Very laid back and even Buffett playing on the radio. Great trip for families. One of us started not feeling great, he quickly noticed and got us to a more comfortable fishing area. This is the added service and benefits you get over going on one of the big head ships. I would highly recommend this trip and we will definitely go again.
Heather Dimaio5.0VerifiedCaptain Mike is the best!
3 Hour - After Work Soak-Mil1stRes on June 25, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 childrenThis was our 2nd time booking with Captain Mike and we are already thinking about when we can do it again. He’s an awesome captain, very knowledgeable, and knows how to have fun! He was wonderful with our 2 children ages 7 and 4. If you are debating on taking this trip, I strongly encourage you to go for it. You won’t regret it!
Rob Westenhiser5.0VerifiedRelaxing fishing trip
3 Hour - After Work Soak on July 31, 2024 • 3 adults • 1 childMy family had such a great trip! There was great communication before and during our trip. Captain Mike was easy to talk to and had lots of great tips to help us catch fish. He was very patient with our son, even when the kid was asking thousands of questions about the boat. While my wife and son aren’t avid fishers, they both still caught multiple fish and enjoyed watching the sunset on the boat. We caught so many fish, we lost count! We would absolutely book with Captain Mike again!
Selina AdamsRepeat angler5.0VerifiedSuper Chill Time
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 7, 2025 • 4 adultsWeather forecast was not the greatest so we could not go out into the ocean. Captain Michael made the best of the crappy weather and we fished in the river. We all caught a fish which was nice. Michael was super friendly and accommodating. It was a fun and memorable experience.
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Captain Mike was very kind and personable. He reached out to me the moment I booked the trip and answered every question I had. He even refunded me some money because he saw my son was in the Military! Once we were n water, he did everything he could to ensure we each caught something. I would highly recommend Captain Mike!
Thank you Alicia! It was great having you guys out. Safe travels back home, and thank you for the sacrifices your entire family makes for our country!!
Our family had a great time with Captain Mike! Caught lots of fish, including our dinner! Captain Mike went the extra mile to make sure the entire family enjoyed the day. We’ll definitely be back!
Thanks Jack! You guys were great to have out. Only downer today was Norway losing in extra time! Looking forward to having you guys back out!
Capt mike was great, this is hands down the best trip you can go on with kids! Hes patient and helpful and we were on the fish immediately! My kids were 4 and 6 and are now life long fisherman! Thank you
Thank you Johnny! You guys were fun to have on board. The boys are definitely comfortable on boats and I'm glad their lines were tight for most of the evening!!
This was a birthday gift for my dad and we had a great time! Mike was absolutely amazing and was so attentive to my parents and I! He found us some great spots to consistently catch fish. If i ever go fishing again, I'll definitely be rebooking with Mike!
Thanks Ashley! You guys were great. I'm happy your dad had a fun birthday fishing trip!!
Thank you Shannon! It was great fishing with your family!!
FAQs about Fins Up Family Charters
- US $275 per group - 2 Hour - After Work Soak (2 hours)
- US $275 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Quick Soak (2 hours)
- US $275 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Quick Soak - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
- US $375 per group - 3 Hour - After Work Soak-Mil1stRes (3 hours)
- US $400 per group - 3 Hour - After Work Soak (3 hours)
- US $425 per group - 4 Hour – Military/First Resp (4 hours)
- US $425 per group - 4 Hour – Military/First Resp - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $475 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $475 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $475 per group - 4 Hour Trip (copy) (4 hours)
- US $675 per group - 6 Hour - Trip Military/First Resp (6 hours)
- US $725 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- Toilet The head is a standard portable camper toilet with a 'flush' mechanism. It is located inside the cabin for privacy.
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Multimedia system
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle (I'll supply the basics if you need them)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (There is no charge for cleaning your catch. Once we get back to the dock, I'll fillet any legal fish you caught and bag them for you to take home.)
- Fishing license (Listed on the NJ Saltwater Registry for charters)
- River fishing (While we do not offer freshwater outings, we are located right off the Manasquan River where we can catch a variety of saltwater species such as a fluke (summer flounder), spots, striped bass and bluefish.)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Flounder gigging
- Bass (Striped)
- Bluefish (Tailor)
- Bonito
- Crab
- Flounder
- Hake (Red)
- Scup (Porgy)
- Seabass (Black)
- Tautog
Your captain
Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, United States
I grew up on boats. My summer home was on a wooden 32' Pacemaker that my dad owned from the time I was a toddler until my college years. As a teenager, my cousin and I shared a 17' Montauk Boston Whaler which we would take offshore to the extent of its range and do all sorts of fishing. That boat remained in my family long enough to teach my own kids how to fish off of it. For longer Tuna and Shark trips, I would run my father's 36' Delta and more recently, his 42' Post. My current boat is a Wellcraft 230 Coastal, which is a perfect boat for both inshore fishing in the river as well as wreck and drift fishing at the nearby manmade reefs. A fishing trip with me is meant to be relaxing and fun! While the hardcore guys are looking to be ankle-deep in blood, I'm more into enjoying the water, listening to some tunes, getting some sun, having some laughs, and oh yeah, reeling in some fish! My cousin and I always had a saying when we were out on that old Whaler: 'When you're out on the water, there are only good days and great days!'
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How cancellations work
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
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Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
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Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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:
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What’s biting in Point Pleasant Beach right now
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Flounder
Scup (Porgy)
Seabass (Black)
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