Fishing Manasquan Reservoir
AKA: Lake Manasquan
Popular Fish Species Manasquan Reservoir, NJ
Largemouth Bass
Fishing for largemouth bass is the main draw here. Smallmouth bass are also present.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Locals enjoy fishing for hybrid striped bass, aka wipers.
Black Crappie
Black crappie reside in good numbers throughout Manasquan Reservoir. In winter, ice fishing is popular.
Manasquan Reservoir Fishing Video
Fish species to fish for...
Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, hybrid striped bass, chain pickerel and tiger muskie at Manasquan Reservoir in New Jersey.
The lake encompasses about 8 miles of shoreline, some of which is accessible for shoreline fishing-particularly along the 5-mile perimeter trail.
Primary fish species residing in Manasquan Reservoir
Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Manasquan Reservoir Visitor Center Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the south side of the lake, off Windeler Road, this is a two-lane, and a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Fishing License
Click here for a New Jersey Fishing License.
Manasquan Reservoir NJ Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Manasquan Reservoir
Allaire State Park
Atlantic Ave
Howell, NJ 07731
732 938-2371
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Manasquan Reservoir offers bass, catfish, crappie, chain pickerel, perch, bluegill and tiger muskie fishing in central NJ.