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Newark, United States 🇺🇸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Newark, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, nearby tide chart, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide chart.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in and around Newark, New Jersey centers on the Passaic River, Newark Bay, and nearby tidal marshes that hold a surprising mix of saltwater and freshwater species. Anglers target striped bass, bluefish, fluke, weakfish, and a variety of panfish and catfish in this productive urban fishery. With easy access from city streets, parks, and piers, Newark offers convenient shore-based and small-boat fishing opportunities for beginners and experienced anglers alike. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Newark include: Sandy Hook, Raritan Bay, Hudson River, Newark Bay, Arthur Kill, Kill Van Kull, Passaic River, Hackensack River, Weequahic Lake, Orange Reservoir, etc. see full list

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Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 15:0 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
    Sunrise:
  • Sunset:
    Nautical Twilight ends:
  • Moonrise:
  • Moonset:
  • Moon over:
  • Moon under:
  • Visibility:
    84%
  • Waning Gibbous - 84% illuminated Waning Gibbous
Next New Moon in ~11 days on 14th June
  • Distance to earth:
    399,671 km
    Proximity:
    14.1 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Newark
Full Moon
Sun, 31 May
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • major Time:
    03:03 am - 05:03 am
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    07:47 am - 09:47 am
  • major Time:
    03:23 pm - 05:23 pm
  • minor Time:
    10:59 pm - 12:59 am
All times are displayed in the America/New_York timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -4 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). Blue areas indicate high and low tides. The center shows the current moon phase which is a Waning Gibbous at 84% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Currently we have a major fishing time. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -5 hour and -41 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/New_York • Thu, 4 Jun 03:05 • 40.736, -74.172

Tides Times for Fishing: Thu, 4 Jun

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is falling and the next low tide is in 3 hours and 7 minutes.
Tide Graph
06:13 am 12:04 pm 05:58 pm 11:47 pm AM PM 5.41 ft 0.49 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
Times
Tide Time Height
low 06:13 am 0.49 ft
high 12:04 pm 4.53 ft
low 05:58 pm 1.15 ft
high 11:47 pm 5.41 ft
Tide Coefficient at 12:04 pm is 70
Tide Coefficient at 11:47 pm is 99
For fishing, stronger tides are often favourable as they cause stronger currents and more motion on the sea bed. The above tidal coefficients give us an indication of how strong the tides are compared to their average. A value over 90 indicates very strong tides, known as spring tides. A low value indicates weak tides, known as neap tides. The tidal coefficient can range from 20 to 120 with a mean value of 70. A higher number usually indicates better fishing.
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
Date Major Bite Times Minor Bite Times Sun Moon Moonphase Tide Times
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S: 		Waning Gibbous moon phase
Waning Gibbous
low: , 0.36 ft
high: , 4.59 ft , Coeff: 72
low: , 1.02 ft
high: , 5.58 ft , Coeff: 105
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S: 		Waning Gibbous moon phase
Waning Gibbous
low: , 0.49 ft
high: , 4.53 ft , Coeff: 70
low: , 1.15 ft
high: , 5.41 ft , Coeff: 99
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S: 		Waning Gibbous moon phase
Waning Gibbous
low: , 0.62 ft
high: , 4.53 ft , Coeff: 70
low: , 1.28 ft
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 5.31 ft , Coeff: 96
low: , 0.72 ft
high: , 4.66 ft , Coeff: 74
low: , 1.38 ft
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 5.22 ft , Coeff: 93
low: , 0.75 ft
high: , 4.86 ft , Coeff: 81
low: , 1.41 ft
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 5.12 ft , Coeff: 90
low: , 0.72 ft
high: , 5.12 ft , Coeff: 90
low: , 1.28 ft
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 5.05 ft , Coeff: 87
low: , 0.59 ft
high: , 5.48 ft , Coeff: 102
low: , 0.98 ft
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S: 		Waning Crescent moon phase
Waning Crescent
high: , 4.99 ft , Coeff: 85
low: , 0.43 ft
high: , 5.84 ft , Coeff: 113
low: , 0.66 ft
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Newark

Newark, New Jersey fishing is built around interconnected tidal waters: the lower Passaic River, Newark Bay, and the fringe of the New York–New Jersey Harbor complex. This mix of brackish and saltwater draws migratory gamefish like striped bass and bluefish while still supporting classic freshwater targets such as catfish, carp, and panfish. Shore access is scattered but productive for anglers willing to time the tides and move with the fish.

Seasonal patterns drive most success around Newark. In early spring, as water temperatures climb into the 50s, striped bass push up the Passaic and spread through Newark Bay. This March–May run is prime time for shore anglers casting bloodworms, clams, or bunker chunks on fish-finder rigs, as well as tossing soft plastics on jig heads along channel edges. White perch and yellow perch also feed actively in the brackish reaches then, hitting grass shrimp, worms, and small jigs under floats.

By late spring and summer, the focus in Newark Bay shifts to mixed saltwater species. Fluke (summer flounder) hold along channel drop-offs, pier pilings, and sandy flats near the mouth of the bay. Drifting bucktail jigs tipped with Gulp or strips of squid and spearing is a consistent strategy from small boats and kayaks. Shore casters target snapper bluefish and schoolie stripers at dawn and dusk using small metals, poppers, and 3–5 inch soft plastics around current seams and structure.

During the heat of summer, many anglers switch to deeper holes and nighttime sessions on the Passaic River for channel catfish, white catfish, and carp. Cats respond well to cut bait, chicken liver, and prepared dough baits fished on simple slip-sinker rigs near bottom. Carp patrol slack eddies and marinas and can be taken on corn, bread, or boilies on light bite alarms or tight-line setups. Panfish and sunfish remain active along riprap, docks, and park shorelines, best approached with small hooks, a split shot, and worms or maggots for steady action.

Fall is another peak window for Newark fishing. Cooling water pulls schools of baitfish like menhaden into Newark Bay and the lower Passaic, and with them come larger striped bass and bluefish. Casting metal spoons, swim shads, and topwater plugs into surface blitzes can be fast-paced and visual. When fish are deeper or holding in heavier current, switch to heavier jig heads with soft plastics or 1–2 oz bucktails and work them slowly along the bottom. Weakfish occasionally show in the same areas, particularly on soft plastics fished just off bottom in low-light conditions.

Structure and current are the key tactical considerations here. Focus on channel edges, bridge pilings, dock lines, and any visible outflow, especially where clean tidal current sweeps past hard structure. Time trips around moving water, with the last of the incoming and first of the outgoing tide often producing best. Use abrasion-resistant leaders due to debris and rough cover, and step up line strength slightly compared with clear-water lakes to handle current, bycatch, and snaggy bottom common in Newark’s urban fishery.

The Best Fishing Spots around Newark

Sandy Hook

A premier surfcasting destination where the open ocean meets Raritan Bay, Sandy Hook produces striped bass in spring and fall, bluefish during blitzes, and summer fluke along bars and jetties; boat anglers work rips and bunker schools off the point. Access is plentiful along miles of beach, with nearby launch and party boats out of Atlantic Highlands and Highlands.

Raritan Bay

This broad, productive estuary is famous for spring and fall runs of striped bass, with bluefish and summer fluke on flats and channel edges; structure also holds weakfish at times. Shore anglers work piers and beaches from Keansburg to Perth Amboy, while boaters launch from Keyport, South Amboy, and Atlantic Highlands.

Hudson River

Running along Jersey City and Hoboken, the lower Hudson sees strong spring runs of striped bass with occasional bluefish and summer fluke near pier edges and current seams; fall brings schoolie bass on peanuts. Anglers fish from waterfront esplanades and piers in Jersey City and Hoboken, while boats work channels and ledges on moving tides.

Newark Bay

A tidal bay bordered by Newark, Bayonne, and Elizabeth, it holds striped bass, bluefish, weakfish, and summer fluke, with fish concentrating around bridge pilings, ship channels, and creek mouths. Shore access dots the Bayonne and Elizabeth waterfronts, while boats drift the channel edges and the mouths of the Passaic River and Hackensack River.

Arthur Kill

This tidal strait between Staten Island and New Jersey fishes well around structure for striped bass, bluefish, and tautog (blackfish), with current breaks near bridges and industrial docks producing on moving water. Shore casters find pockets in Carteret and Staten Island’s west shore, while boaters jig and troll along drop-offs.

Kill Van Kull

A deep, fast strait connecting Newark Bay to Upper New York Bay, the Kill Van Kull draws striped bass, bluefish, and structure-oriented blackfish along rock walls, piers, and bridge abutments. Shore access exists in Bayonne and Staten Island’s North Shore, while boats target rips and eddies created by heavy shipping currents.

Passaic River

Flowing through Newark, the tidal lower Passaic yields spring and fall striped bass with white perch and occasional bluefish, while the upper freshwater stretches hold largemouth bass, carp, and channel catfish. Shoreline spots in Newark and Kearny are popular; small boats and kayaks work eddies, bends, and bridge pilings.

Hackensack River

A meandering tidal river with marsh-lined banks that produce striped bass, white perch, and summer schoolie blues, plus freshwater species higher upstream. Anglers fish from access points like Laurel Hill County Park in Secaucus, while small boats and kayaks probe creek mouths, channel edges, and rail-bridge structure.

Weequahic Lake

Set within Newark’s Weequahic Park, this urban lake offers easy-access fishing for largemouth bass, common carp, crappie, sunfish, and catfish, with fish relating to shoreline cover, points, and coves. It’s a convenient spot for quick sessions with plenty of bank space and nearby amenities in Newark.

Orange Reservoir

Located just west of Newark in the South Mountain Recreation Complex, this reservoir produces largemouth bass, pickerel, crappie, and sunfish, with occasional stocked trout; anglers work the walking path for bank access or rent small boats seasonally. It’s a scenic, family-friendly option near West Orange and Millburn.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Newark area

Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 2 beaches and bays in this area.

Newark Bay - 8.24719667415km , Campbells Pond Dam - 11.19263978796km

Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 3 main harbours in this area.

Port Newark - 5.70520720622km, Robbins Reef Yacht Club - 8.98928467922km, Elco Fisherman's Marina - 9.17926666111km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Newark. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Weequahic Lake - 4.6477359602km , Passaic River - 5.25953702483km , Second River - 5.28215033558km , Hackensack River - 5.60977726073km , Port Newark - 5.70520720622km , Vreeland Ditch - 6.90496411171km , West Branch Elizabeth River - 7.44840620895km , Sawmill Creek - 7.46816176342km , Williams Creek - 8.01130191424km , Kingsland Creek - 8.09403134073km , Penhorn Creek - 8.22837348317km , Newark Bay - 8.24719667415km , Cable Lake - 8.6522212262km , Mary Ann Creek - 8.72009077577km , Anderson Creek - 8.80097955716km , Robbins Reef Yacht Club - 8.98928467922km , Elco Fisherman's Marina - 9.17926666111km , Berrys Creek - 9.30934621521km , Fish Creek - 9.37407893418km , Crystal Lake - 9.62493356834km , Clarks Pond - 9.94239957654km , Orange Reservoir Dam - 10.03721739068km , Third River - 10.05402416551km , Turtle Brook - 10.10846898409km , Elizabeth River - 10.28875377165km , Arlington Marsh - 10.31765365181km , Shooters Island - 10.32858080654km , Kingsland Lake - 10.32977510121km , Rock Breakwater - 10.46402857219km , Kill Van Kull - 10.60867541643km , Lake Vincent - 10.67457471954km , Beech Brook - 10.90754091579km , Mariners Marsh - 10.965403225km , East Branch Rahway River - 11.09880835163km , Campbells Pond Dam - 11.19263978796km , Old Place Creek - 11.202303488km , Maple Brook - 11.25737393212km , Morses Creek - 11.57890310368km , Linden Number One Dam - 11.60632175348km , Verona Lake Dam - 11.69982187654km

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