In central to south New Jersey they can be caught in the Surf and in the bays with small hooks on a hi-low rig, small pieces clam, shrimp, etc. They are bait stealers so you need to hold the fishing rod and be ready to set the hook. The best fishing I ever seen for king's was at Hatteras light. They call them Sea Mullet down there. I must say their meat is as white as snow and delicious!!