Kayak Fishing in New Jersey

Explore 126 kayak fishing launch points across New Jersey. Find boat ramps, water conditions, and directions.

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Keyport Municipal

New Jersey · ~0 mi from Keyport

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Leonardo State Marina

New Jersey · ~0 mi from Leonardo

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Barnegat Light Municipal

New Jersey · ~0 mi from Barnegat Light

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Higbee's, Fortescue

New Jersey · ~0 mi from Fortescue

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Cranberry Inlet Marina

New Jersey · ~0 mi from Seaside Heights

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Seaside Park Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Seaside Park

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Bayview Drive, Strathmere

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Strathmere

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Wagner's Twin Towers Marina, Clifford

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Keyport

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Ocean City Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Ocean City

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Point Pleasant Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Point Pleasant Beach

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Ship Bottom Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Beach Haven

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Surf City Marina

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Beach Haven

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Berkeley Township Municipal Ramp

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Ocean Gate

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Liberty State Park, Jersey City

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Jersey City

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Mays Landing Marina

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Mays Landing

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Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Drumpoint Marina

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Brick

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Pleasantville Municipal

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Northfield

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Butler Boulevard, Bayville

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Lanoka Harbor

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Barnegat Municipal Boat Basin

New Jersey · ~3 mi from Waretown

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Parkertown Municipal

New Jersey · ~4 mi from West Creek

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North Wildwood Municipal

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Wildwood

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Corson's Inlet State Park, Ocean City

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Strathmere

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Boat at Heislerville Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · ~3 mi from Delmont

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Woodbridge Township

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Sewaren

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Brigantine Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Brigantine

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Ventnor Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Ventnor City

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Sea Isle Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Sea Isle City

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Kayakers on a peaceful lake surrounded by autumn foliage at sunset

Larsen's Marina

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Sea Isle City

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Linwood Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Linwood

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Atlantic City Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Ventnor City

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Hackney's Boat Yard, Northfield

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Northfield

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Avalon Bay Park, Avalon

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Avalon

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Carteret Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Carteret

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Pleasure Bay/Long Branch Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Oceanport

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Scott's Landing/Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Leeds Point

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Sportsman Cove Marina

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Fortescue

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Stone Harbor Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Stone Harbor

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Burlington Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Burlington

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Goshen Creek at Dennis Creek Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Goshen

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Public on Whale Creek

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Strathmere

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Secaucus Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Secaucus

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Munro's Marina Inc.

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Little Egg Harbor Twp

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Sundog Marina, Inc.

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Newport

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Downe's Fishing Camp, Bayville

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Lanoka Harbor

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Trixie's Landing, Bayville

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Lanoka Harbor

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Mott's Creek Inn

New Jersey · ~2 mi from Leeds Point

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Absecon Municipal

New Jersey · ~3 mi from Absecon

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Island Heights Municipal

New Jersey · ~0 mi from Island Heights

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a river running through a lush green forest

Florence Municipal

New Jersey · ~0 mi from Florence

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Rumson

New Jersey · ~0 mi from Rumson

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Public Access at Route 670/ Mauricetown Road

New Jersey · ~0 mi from Mauricetown

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Fair Haven Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Fair Haven

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Anchor Marina, Matts Landing

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Leesburg

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Belmar Manutti

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Belmar

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Pine Beach Municipal Boat

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Pine Beach

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Corbin City Boat

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Tuckahoe

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Money Island Marina

New Jersey · ~4 mi from Newport

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Hazzard's Ramp/Palisades Interstate Park, Englewood Cliffs

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Fort Lee

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Kayakers on a calm forest river surrounded by pine trees

Gilford Park Yacht Club, Toms River

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Island Heights

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Millville Municipal

New Jersey · ~1 mi from Millville

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I go kayak fishing in New Jersey?

New Jersey has 126 kayak fishing locations listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, rivers, bays, creeks, inlets.

Do I need a fishing license to kayak fish in New Jersey?

Yes, New Jersey requires a valid fishing license for kayak fishing. License requirements and fees vary. Check New Jersey's fish and wildlife agency for current regulations, season dates, and any special permits for certain bodies of water.

What are the best kayak fishing spots in New Jersey?

The best kayak fishing spots in New Jersey depend on what species you're targeting. Browse our 126 listings below to find locations with the right water type, launch access, and amenities for your trip.