Captain Dave's Charters — Beach Haven, NJ Offshore Tuna & Striped Bass Trips
Premier offshore tuna charters from Beach Haven
Captain Dave's Charters offers targeted offshore tuna fishing expeditions and seasonal striped bass charters departing from Beach Haven, New Jersey. The charters focus on big-eye, yellowfin, and bluefin tuna, plus species such as marlin and wahoo on longer offshore runs. Offshore Tuna Day Trip departures at midnight deliver sunrise bite opportunities in prime waters on a 16–18 hour schedule.
Canyon overnighters and giant bluefin action
The Big Eye Special Canyon Overnighter is a 24–26 hour canyon trip aimed at bigeye tuna during sunset and sunrise bite windows. For anglers seeking trophy bluefin, the Giant Bluefin / Striped Bass Combo operates in November and December and targets giant bluefin tuna in the 150–700 lb range roughly 10–20 miles offshore, followed by an inshore striped bass opportunity.
Seasonal striped bass charters
Seasonal Striped Bass trips run from November to early December as 8-hour charters. These trips operate from a comfortable, heated cabin and use techniques like trolling and jigging to locate trophy striped bass. Trips can be customized to suit angler preferences and conditions.
What to expect on board
- Fully equipped vessel and gear suited to offshore and inshore trips.
- Expert guidance and crew support during long runs and when fighting large fish.
- Varied fishing methods including trolling and jigging depending on target species.
- Overnight accommodations and timing optimized for canyon bite windows on overnighters.
Practical details and booking
Trips vary in duration from 8 hours to 24–26 hours and include night departures for offshore day trips and dedicated overnight canyon runs. Certain specialty trips, including giant bluefin and overnighters, operate on seasonal schedules and should be booked in advance. Departure point is Beach Haven, New Jersey, with fishing grounds ranging to nearby canyon and mid-Atlantic waters.
Safety, timing, and target species
Timing is central to tuna and bigeye fishing success; sunrise and sunset windows are emphasized on specific trips. Target species across the charter program include big-eye tuna, yellowfin tuna, bluefin tuna, marlin, wahoo, and striped bass. Anglers should prepare for long offshore runs, variable sea conditions, and active bite windows.
Why choose these charters
Captain Dave's Charters is featured on The Adventure Collective with clear trip summaries and schedules. The combination of fully equipped vessels, specified trip itineraries, and focus on prime bite windows makes the charters a compelling option for anglers seeking offshore tuna, canyon overnighters, and late-season striped bass in the New Jersey ocean fishery.
Trip highlights
- Offshore Tuna Day Trip — 16–18 hour midnight departure for sunrise tuna fishing targeting big-eye, yellowfin, and bluefin tuna; also produces marlin and wahoo.
- Giant Bluefin / Striped Bass Combo — November and December trips targeting giant bluefin tuna in the 150–700 lb range 10–20 miles offshore, with an inshore striped bass stop after the bluefin bite.
- Big Eye Special Canyon Overnighter — 24–26 hour canyon trip focusing on bigeye tuna during sunset and sunrise bite windows.
- Striped Bass — 8-hour inshore charters from November to early December aboard a comfortable, heated cabin using trolling and jigging.
Booking tips and seasonality
Plan charters early for peak season and specialty trips. November and December are primary months for giant bluefin and striped bass action. Overnight canyon trips require commitments to 24–26 hour schedules and are best scheduled when recommended by the operator. Departure point is Beach Haven, New Jersey; anglers should confirm exact boarding times, equipment recommendations, and any licensing or catch regulations before booking.