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Fishing in Rockaway, New York
Rockaway and Jamaica Bay put striped bass, bluefish, and fluke within reach of New York City. Beaches, jetties, and the bay's channels all produce through the season.
See live conditions & Bite Score for Rockaway →Best time to fish
April–December
Where fish hold
Beach jetties, Jamaica Bay channels, and inlet mouths
What you can catch in Rockaway
Tactics & tides
Bucktails and soft plastics in the bay, metal and topwater off the beach, clam and bunker for bass.
Fish the moving water around the inlets; incoming often turns on the bass along the jetties.
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Fishing in Rockaway: FAQ
What fish can you catch in Rockaway?
Popular targets in Rockaway include Striped Bass, Bluefish, Fluke (Summer Flounder), Black Sea Bass. The mix shifts with the season and conditions.
When is the best time to fish in Rockaway?
The prime season is April–December. Day to day, the bite is usually best on moving water around dawn and dusk. Fish the moving water around the inlets; incoming often turns on the bass along the jetties.
Where should you fish in Rockaway?
Focus on Beach jetties, Jamaica Bay channels, and inlet mouths. Bucktails and soft plastics in the bay, metal and topwater off the beach, clam and bunker for bass.
How do I know if it's a good day to fish in Rockaway?
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