Fishing in New Jersey: First-Trip Checklist
The basics for your first trip in New Jersey, with links to the official sources.
1. License
Who needs one and the youth age: Official info coming soon · check New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
2. Fishing rules
Seasons, limits and size rules: Official info coming soon · check New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
3. Free fishing days
Official info coming soon · check New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
4. Eating your catch
Fish eating advice from the state health agency: Official info coming soon · check New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
5. Boating & life jackets
Official info coming soon · check New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
6. Where to fish
Spots coming soon. We only list spots we can confirm on an official page.