Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Northfield, Atlantic County · Fishing
Largemouth bass, pickerel, catfish, channel catfish, yellow perch, carp, crappie, sunfish and seasonally stocked trout
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Municipal fishing ponds; no motors. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Egg Harbor City, Atlantic County · Fishing
Bass, pickerel, catfish and sunfish
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Municipal public lake; no motors. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover Township · Fishing
Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Walk-in access through the airport small-plane parking area; small boats must be carried or carted to the water, with no vehicle access. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover Township · Fishing
Rainbow trout, brown trout and landlocked salmon
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Public shoreline and ramp from Limecrest Road; electric motors only. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Hopatcong State Park, Landing · Fishing
Largemouth bass, sunfish, catfish, perch, pickerel and seasonally stocked trout
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Shoreline and boat-ramp fishing access; no fishing on the swimming beach or boat-launch dock. Fall fishing is during park hours, sunrise to sunset; no overnight parking. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Hopatcong State Park access · Fishing
Largemouth bass, sunfish, catfish, perch, pickerel and seasonally stocked trout
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Public boat ramp and lawful shoreline; do not fish in posted swimming/dock areas. Check park hours and seasonal night-fishing access passes. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Lakewood, Ocean County · Fishing
Bass, pickerel, catfish, perch and sunfish
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
County public lake; no motors. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Manchester Township, Ocean County · Fishing
Bass, pickerel, catfish, crappie and sunfish
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Municipal public lake; electric motors only. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Jackson, Ocean County · Fishing
Bass, pickerel, catfish, perch, crappie, sunfish and seasonally stocked trout
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
State public lake; no motors. Display a current NJ fishing/hunting/trapping license or buy the boat-ramp maintenance permit when required. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Lebanon, Hunterdon County · Fishing
Smallmouth bass, brown trout, lake trout and American eel
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
The public angler launch is outside the recreation-area gate; valid NJ license or annual ramp permit required for launch. Boating closes when winds reach 25 mph; motor limit 10 hp. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Lakewood, Ocean County · Fishing
Bass, pickerel, catfish, perch, crappie, sunfish and seasonally stocked trout
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
County public lake; electric motors only. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Spruce Run Recreation Area, Hunterdon County · Fishing
Bass, catfish, sunfish, yellow perch and carp
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Designated recreation-area shores and launch. Boating closes when winds reach 25 mph. Park entry fees may apply. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover Township · Fishing
Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Shoreline and cartop launch off Goodale Road. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Wawayanda State Park, Sussex County · Fishing
Largemouth and smallmouth bass, perch, pickerel, brown and rainbow trout, lake trout and landlocked salmon
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Use designated park entry/launch. Electric motors only; tournament permits are separate from ordinary fishing. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
NJ · Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover Township · Fishing
Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide
The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.
Shore-fishing only, reached from Goodale Road or the Sussex Branch Trail. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.