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Shrewsberry Rocks

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

New Jersey, United States

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Striped bass

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Striped searobin

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General info

Shrewsberry Rocks is a part of an ocean located in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It is most popular for fishing Black sea bass, Summer flounder, and Striped bass.

Location

40°20′43.8″N 73°51′59″W
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When are Striped Bass biting on Shrewsberry Rocks?

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Fishing regulations at Shrewsberry Rocks, NJ

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in New Jersey can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: May 14 - February 28
Black sea bass

Black sea bass

Regulation boundaryGreater Atlantic Federal Waters
Bag limit15

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size12.5" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
Vessels with a Federal permit are subject to the most restrictive regulations, either Federal or State (based on state where you land). For more information about federal regulations, see Greater Atlantic Recreational Regulations To see regulations for a particular state, tap the blue location bar at the top of the app, tap "Open Full Screen" at top right edge of map, then zoom in/out and tap the map to set a pin at your desired location, then tap Save. Your state waters should be listed in blue at the top of the screen. Once you tap "Back" at the top left of the screen, you will see the relevant state regulations.
Edibility
Excellent according to Adam L.
Synonyms
Centropristis striata
Season open: year-round
Summer flounder

Summer flounder

Regulation boundaryGreater Atlantic Federal Waters
Bag limit4

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size19" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
Please check your state's summer flounder regulations. NOAA has continued "conservation equivalency." This means they waived the federal recreational bag limit, minimum fish size, and fishing season, so vessel owners are subject only to regulations for the state in which you intend to land your Summer Flounder. To see regulations for a particular state, tap the blue location bar at the top of the app, tap "Open Full Screen" at top right edge of map, then zoom in/out and tap the map to set a pin at your desired location, then tap Save. Your state waters should be listed in blue at the top of the screen. Once you tap "Back" at the top left of the screen, you will see the relevant state regulations.
Synonyms
Fluke, Paralichthys dentatus
Species prohibited
Striped bass

Striped bass

Regulation boundaryGreater Atlantic Federal Waters

It is unlawful to harvest, possess, land, purchase, sell, or exchange this species.

Additional information
Exception: striped bass legally harvested at Block Island, RI may be transported through this area.
Synonyms
Morone saxatilis
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Reviews of Shrewsberry Rocks

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FAQ about Shrewsberry Rocks fishing

📍 Where is Shrewsberry Rocks located?
Shrewsberry Rocks is a part of an ocean located in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°20′43.8″N 73°51′59″W
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🎣 Where on Shrewsberry Rocks is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Shrewsberry Rocks by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Shrewsberry Rocks?
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📢 What are the latest Shrewsberry Rocks fishing reports?
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🗓️ What species are in season at Shrewsberry Rocks right now?
According to fishing regulations at Shrewsberry Rocks, some of the species in season this November include: Black sea bass, Atlantic bluefin tuna, and Grey tilefish. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Shrewsberry Rocks?

Fishing in New Jersey requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term, purchasable online or at licensed agents.

In New Jersey, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 70 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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