Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis) — sea-fishing target species in Mid-Atlantic Bight

Striped Bass in Mid-Atlantic Bight

Morone saxatilis

USA — NJ, DE, MD, VA

Striped Bass in Mid-Atlantic Bight, USA — NJ, DE, MD, VA: peak season Apr-Jun, Oct-Nov. Typical marks: surf beach, inlet, offshore wreck.

Season in Mid-Atlantic Bight

Peak
Apr-Jun, Oct-Nov
Good
Mar, Jul, Sep
Possible
Dec-Feb, Aug

Bait & technique

Recommended bait
Lugworm, Ragworm, Prawn / Shrimp
Top techniques
Float fishing

About this coast

Typical marks
surf beach, inlet, offshore wreck, pier
Tidal character
Mesotidal (moderate tidal range)
Water character
Warm-temperate waters (17–22 °C summer peak)

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