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Top-Rated Inshore Striped Bass Fishing | Half Day

  • Published Date: July 17, 2025
  • Fishing
  • Highlands, NJ
  • $850 - $6,000 price range

Summary

Get ready for some serious bass action on this half-day inshore trip! We'll be targeting striped bass using all the tricks in the book. Whether you prefer live bait, throwing spoons, working mo-jos, jigging, or casting plugs – we've got you covered. The fall season is prime time for stripers, and we'll adapt our tactics to what's working best that day. Our experienced captain knows these waters like the back of their hand and will put you on the fish. With room for up to 6 anglers, it's perfect for a group of friends or family looking to bend some rods. Don't worry if you're new to striper fishing – we'll show you the ropes and make sure everyone has a great time on the water. Expect a laid-back vibe with plenty of laughs and hopefully some hefty bass in the cooler by the end of the trip. Just bring your sense of adventure, and we'll take care of the rest!
Top-Rated Inshore Striped Bass Fishing | Half Day

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Half-Day Striped Bass Bonanza: Fall Fishing Frenzy

Get ready for an action-packed morning or afternoon chasing down the prized striped bass with My Boys Fishing Charters. This 1/2 day trip is all about putting you on the fish and letting you experience the thrill of inshore fishing at its finest. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, we've got the know-how and the gear to make this a trip you won't forget.

What to Expect on the Water

As soon as we push off from the dock, you'll feel the excitement building. We'll cruise to the best inshore spots where the stripers are biting, and you'll get to try your hand at a variety of fishing techniques. From live bait to artificial lures, we've got all the bases covered. You might be tossing spoons one minute and jigging the next – it's all about what's working best that day and what you're most comfortable with. And with room for up to 6 guests, you can bring along your buddies or the whole family for a private fishing adventure.

Tackle Talk & Fishing Tactics

On this trip, we're all about versatility. We'll rig up with everything from live bait to artificial lures, depending on what the stripers are hitting. You might start off slow-trolling with live eels or bunker, then switch to casting topwater plugs as the sun gets higher. If the fish are holding deep, we'll break out the jigs and spoons. And don't worry if you're new to this – we'll show you how to work a mo-jo rig like a pro. It's all about reading the water, finding the bait, and presenting your offering in a way that those big bass can't resist.

Why Anglers Keep Coming Back

There's something special about fall bass fishing that keeps folks coming back year after year. Maybe it's the cooler weather, the changing colors along the shoreline, or just knowing that the stripers are fattening up for their migration. Whatever it is, the excitement is contagious. Our regulars love the challenge of outwitting these smart, hard-fighting fish, and there's nothing quite like the rush when a big striper slams your lure and takes off running.

Species You'll Want to Hook

Striped Bass: These are the stars of our inshore show, and for good reason. Stripers, or "rockfish" as some folks call 'em, are like the heavyweight champs of the coast. They can grow over 50 pounds, and even a average-sized one will give you a run for your money. In the fall, they're on the feed, bulking up for their southward migration. This means they're aggressive and ready to hit just about anything that looks like an easy meal.

Stripers are known for their powerful runs and their ability to put up a fight right to the boat. They've got a keen sense of smell and excellent eyesight, which makes them both challenging and rewarding to catch. These fish are structure-oriented, so we'll be targeting areas around jetties, rocky shorelines, and drop-offs where they like to ambush their prey.

The best part about fall striper fishing is the variety of techniques we can use. These fish might be busting bait on the surface one day and holding deep the next. We might find them in the rips, along the beaches, or even up in the backwaters. It's this unpredictability that makes every trip an adventure.

Time to Book Your Spot

Look, if you're itching to get out on the water and tangle with some hard-fighting stripers, this is the trip for you. We've got the local knowledge, the right gear, and the passion to make sure you have a blast. Whether you're looking to fill the cooler or just enjoy the thrill of the catch, we've got you covered. The fall run won't last forever, so don't miss out on some of the best fishing of the year. Give us a call, and let's get you hooked up with some monster bass. Trust me, once you feel that first big striper on the line, you'll be planning your next trip before we even hit the dock.

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Striped Bass

Striped bass are a prized catch around here, typically running 20-40 pounds but some monsters top 70. These powerful swimmers hang out near structures like reefs and drop-offs, often cruising the shorelines in moving water. Fall's prime time as they fatten up for winter, creating feeding frenzies you can spot by birds diving or bait fish jumping. Stripers put up a great fight and make excellent eating with their sweet, meaty flesh. Anglers love targeting them for both the challenge and the table fare. They're not the fastest fish, but they've got stamina. For best results, try live bait like herring or eels. Cast near dawn or dusk when the water's cooler at the surface. An 8-14 foot rod with braided line gives you the sensitivity to feel their bite and the strength to reel 'em in. My local tip: Keep an eye out for "baitfish volcanoes" erupting from the water – that's where you'll find the hungry stripers.

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