Westwind Charter Fishing 

4.8/5 (34 reviews)
 Concord Avenue, Middletown Township, NJ 07737, United States
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Westwind Charter Fishing invites you on an unforgettable fishing adventure in the abundant waters of Middletown, New Jersey. Captain Michael Grecco and his crew’s primary goal is to make your fishing trip the best experience you have ever encountered on the water.

Capt. Michael is family-friendly, first-timer friendly and of course highly-experienced-angler friendly. The crew has over 45 years experience plying the waters of the New York Bight south to Manasquan, east to far Rockaway and the western reaches of the great Raritan Bay. They will go where the fish are, and distance is of no concern to them.

The season runs from April 1 to November 30. That is the start and the finish of the Striped Bass season. The best of the Striped Bass is usually from early April until mid-June and mid-October until the end of November. The summer months feature Flounder, Porgy, Black Seabass, Tautog, Lingcod, and Bluefish.

You will fish aboard a 30’ Baja Marine offshore sportfishing boat, originally built in 1995, and restored in 2012. Powered by a 330 HP Cummins engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 22 knots, the boat will get you to your fishing destination quickly.

The vessel is fully equipped with all the USCG approved safety equipment including life jackets and a CPR-trained crew. It features a Garmin GPS, a Furuno fishfinder, two Icom’s, and a Raytheon radar. The boat also has an enclosed toilet and two V bunk beds.

The crew will provide you with fishing gear such as rods, reels, tackle, live and artificial bait, and a fishing license. The mates will clean and fillet your catch at the end of the trip, and you are encouraged to tip them generously as they will also work very hard throughout the trip to make your day successful.

If you are ready for tackling big fish give Westwind Charter Fishing a shot, you will not be disappointed!

Michael Grecco

Captain

Michael Grecco

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Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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4-hour Fluke/Flounder Special

 In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago

FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip May 4 - Sep 25
Price for up to 6 people
US $585 
6 Hour Trip (Apr–Nov)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 30
Price for up to 6 people
US $850 
7 Hour Trip (June–Sep) – Bluefish
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30
Price for up to 6 people
US $950 
8 Hour Trip (Apr–Nov)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 30
Price for up to 6 people
US $995 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 34 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (50)

Excellent excursion
Excellent excursion
Striper Fishing
+47

Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

87%

Friendly captain

96%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

88%

Caught fish

96%

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John B.
John B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent excursion

VERIFIED
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4-hour Fluke/Flounder Special on July 6, 2025

Took my family out for a 4 hour fluke trip and had a blast. Captain Mike and his mate Jack were knowledgeable and friendly, and they took us where the fish were. Highly recommend!

Took my family out for a 4 hour fluke trip and had a blast. Captain Mike and his mate Jack were knowledgeable and friendly, and they took us where the fish were. Highly recommend!  

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Michael Grecco
Michael Grecco (The Captain)
Replied on July 7, 2025
Many thanks for your kind words. It was indeed a wonderful trip having you and your family aboard. Jack and I thank you very much! Best MIKE.

Daniel P.
Daniel P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Striper Fishing

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (Apr–Nov) on May 11, 2025

It was such an amazing experience with Mike and Floyd. Very personal and good energy. Would highly recommend going out on their charter. I will definitely be returning

It was such an amazing experience with Mike and Floyd. Very personal and good energy. Would highly recommend going out on their charter. I will definitely be returning  

 Daniel P. recommends Westwind Charter Fishing
Michael Grecco
Michael Grecco (The Captain)
Replied on May 11, 2025
It was a fantastic day striped bass fishing with an incredible crew. Ford and I really enjoyed your company. Looking forward to seeing you again. Best Captain Mike.
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Guy I.
Guy I.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

1/2 day Fluke Trip

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4-hour Fluke/Flounder Special on August 1, 2024

Capt Mike is a great guy with a lot of knowledge about fishing. Great day on the water with my son and his buddies. Caught a ton of fish just not any for the cooler, looking forward to the next trip

Capt Mike is a great guy with a lot of knowledge about fishing. Great day on the water with my son and his buddies. Caught a ton of fish just not any for the cooler, looking forward to the next trip  

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 Guy I. recommends Westwind Charter Fishing

Brian G.
Brian G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing Charter!

VERIFIED

4-hour Fluke/Flounder Special on June 22, 2024

Captain Micheal and his first mate Jack are really both great! Experienced, helpful, safe, interesting and fun! We had an incredibly fun time and spend a wonderful morning with this team. The boat was great as well! 12/10, highly reccomend!

Captain Micheal and his first mate Jack are really both great! Experienced, helpful, safe, interesting and fun! We had an incredibly fun time and spend a wonderful morning with this team. The boat was great as well! 12/10, highly reccomend!  

 Brian G. recommends Westwind Charter Fishing
Michael Grecco
Michael Grecco (The Captain)
Replied on June 23, 2024
It was our pleasure to host Brian and son Charles on the Westwind today. The entire trip with them was wonderful. Best... Capt. Mike and Jack....

Bradley O.
Bradley O.

Red Bank, New Jersey

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip with Capt. Mike and Ford

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip (Apr–Nov) on August 6, 2021

Absolutely great day with Captain Mike and First Mate Ford. They were continually looking for places to find fish. We had a great day of blue fish, fluke and sea robins. I took my son (he is 6) on his first boat / ocean fishing trip. They made the day absolutely amazing for him! Would absolute recommend and will use him again. Thank you.

Absolutely great day with Captain Mike and First Mate Ford. They were continually looking for places to find fish. We had a great day of blue fish, fluke and sea robins. I took my son (he is 6) on his first boat / ocean fishing trip. They made the day absolutely amazing for him! Would absolute recommend and will use him again. Thank you.  

 Bradley O. recommends Westwind Charter Fishing
Michael Grecco
Michael Grecco (The Captain)
Replied on August 8, 2021
Many thanks Brad.... Having you son Storm on board for his first charter experience was a privilege for us. He is truly a gem. Best...Mike

FAQs about Westwind Charter Fishing

What are the trip rates for Westwind Charter Fishing?

Westwind Charter Fishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $585 per group - 4-hour Fluke/Flounder Special (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 6 Hour Trip (Apr–Nov) (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 7 Hour Trip (June–Sep) – Bluefish (7 hours)
  • US $995 per group - 8 Hour Trip (Apr–Nov) (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Westwind Charter Fishing?

When you book a trip with Westwind Charter Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet Enclosed
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Furuno
  • Bed Two V Bunks
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar Raytheon
What's included in the trip price with Westwind Charter Fishing?

Trips booked with Westwind Charter Fishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does Westwind Charter Fishing offer?

Westwind Charter Fishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Westwind Charter Fishing offer?

Westwind Charter Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Westwind Charter Fishing?

Top targeted fish species with Westwind Charter Fishing include:

  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish
  • Flounder
  • Lingcod
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Tautog
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Michael Grecco

Middletown Township, New Jersey, United States

32 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
34 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2016

Captain Mike has over 45 years of experience fishing the area and works with an incredibly hard-working crew of mates. Their goal is to put you on the fish and make sure you are having the time of your life. They are very family friendly, love teaching kids and beginners to fish, and also love to take out seasoned anglers who know exactly what they want and how to get it!

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish
Bluefish
Flounder
Flounder
Lingcod
Lingcod
Scup (Porgy)
Scup (Porgy)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Tautog
Tautog
Weakfish
Weakfish

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
1995
Restored in
2012
Boat manufacturer
Baja Marine
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

Enclosed

GPS

Garmin

Fishfinder

Furuno

Bed

Two V Bunks

Live Bait Well

Outriggers

Radar

Raytheon

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

First Mate

Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Ages 6 and up

You Keep Catch

Mates fillet the catch for you

Catch and Release Allowed

At the fisherman's discretion

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

What’s biting in Middletown Township right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
BluefishBluefish
FlounderFlounder
Scup (Porgy)Scup (Porgy)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
TautogTautog
WeakfishWeakfish
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