Red Hake Fishing in New Jersey
When red hake are caught across New Jersey, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Red Hake catch through the year
Recreational catch in New Jersey by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
Seasonal catch and conditions for New Jersey
Seasonal catch, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Catching red hake in New Jersey
Red Hake catches in New Jersey run hardest around May-Jun, with the strongest two-month windows in May-Jun and Jul-Aug. Anglers keep about 76% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the New Jersey fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch red hake in New Jersey?+
Catches peak around May-Jun (May and June). The strongest two-month windows are May-Jun and Jul-Aug. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release red hake in New Jersey?+
Across New Jersey, about 76% of the red hake caught are kept and 24% are released. That works out to roughly 324K kept and 101K released in 2024.
How many red hake are caught in New Jersey?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 425K red hake caught by recreational anglers in New Jersey in 2024, making it the #12 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this red hake data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
