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Blackfish Fishing Trips in New Jersey (Winter Bottom Fishing from Brielle, NJ)

Fishing from Brielle, NJ aboard the 100' Paramount, these winter trips target Blackfish (Tautog)

as the primary species, along with Ling and other bottom fish found on

wrecks, rocks, and hard bottom along the Jersey Shore.

Running from mid-December through the winter months, these trips offer a unique combination of structure fishing and mixed catches, with Ling commonly caught alongside Blackfish and additional species possible depending on conditions. These trips are one of the most consistent winter party boat fishing options in New Jersey

when most other fisheries have slowed down.

Blackfish & Winter Fishing Trips In New Jersey

Trip Highlights:

  • 📍 Brielle, NJ – Jersey Shore

  • 🎣 Target Species: Blackfish (Primary), Ling (Secondary)

  • 🎣 Possible Catch: Cod (when open), Pollock

  • ⏱ Trip Length: Full Day Trips

  • 👥 Best for: All levels (especially rewarding for experienced anglers)

Choose Your Trip

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Full Day Blackfish & Winter Bottom Fishing Trips

These trips focus on fishing wrecks, rocks, and hard bottom

where Blackfish live tight to structure, while also producing

Ling throughout the day.

This combination creates a unique winter fishery, where anglers can target Blackfish while still seeing steady action

from Ling and other bottom species.

  • Blackfish are the primary target

  • Ling provide consistent additional action

  • Other species such as Cod (when open)

and Pollock may be caught

What to Expect on These Trips

 

Blackfish are structure-oriented fish that require precise fishing techniques, often holding tight to wrecks and rocks. At the same time, Ling are commonly caught throughout the day, providing steady action between Blackfish bites. Outside of the winter season, anglers can find steady action on our Ling, Cod & Winter Flounder Fishing Trips and Sea Bass & Porgy Fishing Trips.

  

These trips offer a balance of:

  • Technical Blackfish fishing over structure

  • Consistent Ling catches throughout the day

  • Opportunities for additional species depending on conditions

  

This mix makes winter trips both engaging and productive, even when fishing conditions are more challenging.

Season & Availability

  

Blackfish & winter bottom fishing trips typically run:

  

  • Mid-December through February

  • Early spring (April reopening)

  • Based on weather and ocean conditions

  

As water temperatures drop, local fisheries shift, making these trips one of the primary fishing options during the winter season.

Who These Trips Are Perfect For

  

These trips are a great fit for:

  

  • Anglers looking to target Blackfish specifically

  • Fishermen who enjoy structure-based fishing

  • Anyone looking for steady winter action with Ling

  • Anglers interested in mixed bottom fishing           during colder months

These trips offer a focused but productive fishing experience during a time of year when fewer boats are sailing.

Looking for Something Different?

  

If you're interested in other types of bottom fishing or seasonal trips, you may also want to explore:

  

Book Your Blackfish & Winter Fishing Trip in New Jersey

  

Blackfish fishing trips sail from Brielle, NJ aboard the 100' Paramount, targeting productive

wrecks and structure along the Jersey Shore.

  

No experience needed — our crew will help you every step of the way.

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