Fishing near Newark, NJ

Nearest public waters

Straight-line distance from Newark. Tap a water for its spot profile.

WaterStateDistanceType
Lake Hopatcong
Largemouth bass.
NJ25 milake
Delaware River
Smallmouth and striped bass.
NJ55 miriver
Lake Candlewood
Largemouth and smallmouth bass.
CT61 milake
Hudson River
Striped bass.
NY68 miriver
Atlantic Coast (Barnegat)
Striped bass and bluefish.
NJ69 micoast
Connecticut River
Shad, bass, and catfish.
CT105 miriver
Lums PondDE118 milake
Susquehanna Flats
Spring striped bass.
MD131 mibay

All waters in NJ

NJ license & regulations

New Jersey DEP Fish and Wildlife

  • Resident annual: verify locally
  • Non-resident annual: verify locally
  • Source: verify locally — see New Jersey DEP Fish and Wildlife current license fees and regulations.

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Species nearby

Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.