Guided Fishing Trips With 50 Years of Proven Results
Catch More Fish, Relax in Comfort, and Enjoy a
Memorable Day for Anglers and Families Alike
Launch Your Fishing Adventure From Shark River
Launch your fishing adventure with MADGAFFER II Fishing Charters, sailing from Shark River in Neptune, New Jersey.
Primary Address: 200 S. Concourse Ave., Neptune, NJ 07753;
Phone: (732) 803-6276
In the spring (April–May), the boat is relocated to Lockwood Boat Works in South Amboy, NJ, for prime striped bass fishing in local waters. Call captain to confirm charter location!
Your Captain & Boat
Step aboard the MADGAFFER II, a 35-foot Henriques Maine Coaster built for serious New Jersey sport fishing and a smooth ride on inshore grounds.
At the helm is Captain Ray Burke, a veteran Shark River and Belmar charter captain with over 35 years of experience running party and charter boats, including the 100-foot Optimist Shooting Star.
After decades on large party boats, Captain Ray created a more personal, hands-on charter experience, limiting trips to smaller groups so every angler has room to fish and individual attention from the crew.
Captain Ray
At Mad Gaffer 11 , we are passionate about fishing and sharing our knowledge with our customers. We started as a small tackle shop in 2010 and have since expanded to become a go-to destination for all things fishing.
Jersey Shore Fishing Seasons
The MADGAFFER II runs year-round fishing charters from the Belmar and Highlands area, targeting the best of Jersey Shore inshore fishing.
Prime fishing seasons include:
- Striped Bass (Stripers): April – November
- Fluke: May – September
- Bluefish: May – November
- Seabass & Porgy: June – November
- Blackfish (Tautog): April – November
Whether you’re chasing trophy striped bass or reeling in sea bass on a summer morning, you’ll feel the thrill of the ocean with a crew that knows how to find the bite.