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Providing All Your Fishing and Recreational Needs

If you ever find yourself in Barnegat Bay, you can rely on us at The Dock Outfitters in Seaside Heights, NJ to provide you with supplies for your fun activities. We are your one-stop shop for fishing and recreational needs including rental boats, Jet Skis, and WaveRunners.

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 23, 2015

One of surf fisherman’s favorite times of the year is finely here. Welcome Fall! The strong easterly winds continue making surf fish more than challenging. Heavy metals and buck tails were still taking blues yesterday while trying to hold bottom was just about impossible. There is no relief in sight from these strong easterly winds so…

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 22, 2015

Break out the big sticks the next few days will surely be a challenge! NE to E winds will stir things up and make fishing miserable for the angler but not necessarily the fish. It will also cut down on the fair weather fisherman leaving more open space for you the hard core angler. Bottle…

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 19, 2015

Small blues remain the number one fish being taken in the surf right now. While mullet and rain fish remain the predominant baits. Cut mullet seems to be out producing whole mullet with small metals are also scoring. Still hearing talk of small to keeper size bass being taken on swimming plugs during the night tides.…

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 18, 2015

Bluefish from good size snappers to nice size cocktails we gouging themselves on the massive schools of small rain fish and mullet yesterday in IBSP. The outgoing tide was producing the most action. A few small to keeper size bass have been taken on swimmers during the night and at first light. Crabbing is slowing down but catches are…

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 16, 2015

Along with the small blues and small bass in the surf, albies are chasing schools of bait both in and out of casting range from Ortley Beach to IBSP. Cut mullet is the number one bait right now for the bass and blues. Thin profile metals on fluorocarbon leaders will give you a shot at…

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 15, 2015

Great stretch of weather upcoming this week. Uncrowded beaches and mild air temperatures makes for some enjoyable fishing along our beaches. Cocktail blues from Seaside Park to IBSP are keeping anglers busy. Cut mullet is definitely the way to go with poppers and metals in second place. Small bass are still being taken at first…

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 12, 2015

Cocktail blues on mullet in IBSP yesterday. A school of small to medium size bluefish were on a school of mullet yesterday in the park. Small bass are still hanging around the north jetty. Reports of brown sharks at first light also are coming in. The bay is giving up some bigger blowfish mixed in with decent size kingfish.…

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 11, 2015

911 a day we will never forget!   Lets take a minute out of our busy lives today to remember that tragic day 14 years ago and remember that since that day the world will never be the same.  Fluke season is coming to a close on Sept 26th, the 2015 fluke season was no great shakes with very…

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 9, 2015

“Local’s Summer” A great time of the year if you live at the shore. Crowds are gone, beaches and restaurants become accessible once again. The surf fishing is improving with a few more fluke being taken and some more small blues. Add to that mix some short bass and you have the surf scene right now. Crabs…

Fishing Report

By The Dock Outfitters | September 8, 2015

Take a deep breath the invasion is over! The beaches finally belong to the fisherman once more. Finding your favorite spot with bathers and buggy boards is finally gone, time to get into the fall run groove. Some small bass are being taken from the jetty in IBSP along with some small fluke and blues. I…

What We Offer

WaveRunner Rentals

If you are looking for real fun in the water, we suggest riding through the waves. With our fleet of Yamaha WaveRunner rentals, you will surely enjoy your ride on the Barnegat Bay!
(Available Memorial Day - Labor Day; Weather Permitting)

Carolina Skiff

Our full line of rental boats includes outboard-powered, 16 feet Carolina Skiffs. These boats are perfect for fishing, crabbing, and cruising along the Barnegat Bay!
(Available Memorial Day - Labor Day)

Pontoon Boats

If you're looking for a bit more comfort while cruising on the bay, consider one of our pontoon boats. We have boats of up to 24 feet, which are available for larger parties of up to 8 adults and 2 children.
(Available Memorial Day - Labor Day)

Fishing Tackle

Our full-service bait and tackle shop has everything you need for any fishing or crabbing trip; from the beach to the bay, to the ocean, we've got you covered. We can provide you with fishing poles, crab traps, bait and more for any trip, large or small. We also provide a free crabbing and fishing pier right behind our shop!

Winter Hours (12/31-5/1) ; 7AM-2PM

“Breakfast and Lunch, Every Day of the Week!”

If you want to have breakfast, lunch, or a quick snack after a day on the bay, or if you just want to enjoy the amazing view of the scenic Barnegat Bay from our newly renovated upstairs cafe; We serve some of the best food on the island including our daily specials and the following:

  • Breakfast Platters
  • Home Fries
  • Coffee and Tea
  • Hot Dogs
  • Burgers
  • Cheesesteaks
  • Salads

Daily Specials

Winter Hours  (12/31-4/1) Monday-Friday 7AM-2PM
In Season Hours - 7AM - 6PM; 7 Days a Week!