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Archived report. Published April 3, 2026 and superseded by a newer report.
SaltwaterNew Jersey · Cape May· April 3, 2026Active bite

Tautog Season Winding Down at the Cape

Blackfish bite consistent around the rock piles and jetties before the season closes. Quality fish in the 4-7 lb range.

CURRENT CONDITIONS
50°F
Water temp · 7-day
New Moon
Moon phase
Slack tide windows best
Tide / flow
Overcast, light winds, mild 58°F
Weather

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What's biting

Active
Tautog
Green and Asian crabs
Active
Striped Bass
Bunker chunks

What's next

Last week of spring tog season — make the most of it. Fish the jetties on calm days for best access. Stripers building along the beachfront as water warms.

Context

Cape May jetties produced a 12-lb tautog last April, the biggest in the region that season.

Synthesized from real-time NOAA buoy data, USGS stream gauges, and current reports across regional fishing blogs, captain updates, and angler forums. Check local regulations before keeping fish. Never trust a single source for a trip decision.

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