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212 Bay Ave Ocean City, NJ

Welcome to Mighty Heron Charters! Capt. Mike’s charter is located In Somers Point, just a few blocks from the base of the Ocean City Ninth Street Bridge and minutes from Garden State Parkway Parkway exit 30. Capt. Mike has 45 years of experience fishing the area, from the back creeks to the can...

Welcome to Mighty Heron Charters! Capt. Mike’s charter is located In Somers Point, just a few blocks from the base of the Ocean City Ninth Street Bridge and minutes from Garden State Parkway Parkway exit 30. Capt. Mike has 45 years of experience fishing the area, from the back creeks to the canyons.

Fish aboard a 2013 Steiger Craft 28 "Miami" DV and powered by (quiet) twin Yamaha 250hp four-stroke UAC's. The boat is maintained to the highest standards and is cleaned daily. We have a current U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Vessel Safety Check sticker.

He can accommodate any age, experience and aptitude. This crew simply loves to fish. They take great pride in working with novices of all ages in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. They will coach and help you every step of the way. Your enjoyment and entertainment is his top priority!

For the experienced, results-driven angler, they’re ready. Capt. Mike provides high quality bait and tackle and always work hard to put you on the fish.

Length over all is 31' with a 10’ beam. This boat is the heaviest and deepest in its class which makes for a safer, more comfortable ride. The anchor has a motorized windlass. The head (toilet) is in the cabin and is stand-up, private and flushable. The cockpit is 8' x 8' (64 square feet). Plenty of room for 6 adults to fish comfortably.

The season starts in April with Tog (Blackfish) in the ocean and Striped Bass and White Perch "up the river".

During Summer, you can target Flounder in the back bays and Flounder, Seabass, Porgies and Triggerfish on the ocean structures. On the same ocean trip, you can also troll or snag and drop bait seeking the whole spectrum of various specie that can be found during the warmer months such as Bonito and including Cobia. We also offer specialty shark, tuna and mahi off-shore trips.

Autumn you can choose from Black Sea Bass and Tog (Blackfish) on the ocean structures out to about 30 miles or Striped Bass while trolling or jigging near-shore. You can also head "up the river" for calm waters and White Perch and small Stripers

Mighty Heron Charters does’t try to claim being the "best" and certainly no guarantees. It is, after all, fishing. What they do promise is a professional, organized, and personable captain and his very best efforts to put you on the fish. Welcome aboard!

Popular Features:

  • Fishing License Included
  • Fish Cleaning Included
  • Toilet On Board
  • Children Welcome
  • Fishing Tackle Included
  • First Mate

  • Fishing Trips with Mighty Heron Charters start at: $250.00

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  • Your Captain will provide:

    • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
    • Fishing License
    • Fresh or Live Bait
    • Lures
    • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle

    You’ll need to bring drinks (no glass bottles), snacks, weather appropriate clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.

  • Weather cancellations are at your Captain’s discretion, your safety is their number one priority! You will receive a refund for any weather cancellation, or you can choose to reschedule your trip for a different date.

  • 212 Bay Ave Ocean City, NJ

    • Flounder
    • Striped Bass
    • Tautog
    • Weakfish
    • Triggerfish
    • Sharks
    • Black Seabass
    • White Perch
    • Porgy
    • Spanish Mackerel
    • Bluefish
    • Bonito
    Your Captain will have you targeting the species biting most frequently on the days leading up to your trip!

Trips:

You will have the opportunity to select backup dates in checkout (if applicable)

Extended Half Day Trip (AM)

$475.00

Price includes up to 3 guests

+$25.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

7:00am - 12:00pm EST (5 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Fish wrecks and reefs within 15 miles of GE Inlet seasonally for Flounder, Seabass, Bluefish, Triggerfish, Porgy, sharks, Cobia, and a variety of smaller Tuna and Mackerel. Contact us first for a report to know what we are currently targeting. In early summer, we are focused on Flounder, Bluefish, and Seabass. Mid-Summer until early Fall, we can try to add some variety by incorporating snag and drop, troll, or sight-casting for the above-named pelagic species. Age 8+ advised but we trust your judgement. Morning trip has option to start as early as 6:00AM.

Autumn Ocean Striped Bass

$700.00

Offered 11/12/24 - 12/22/24

Price includes up to 6 guests

6:30am - 12:30pm EST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Stripahs, Line-Siders, Rockfish..... Morone Saxatilis. The most sought after and prized near-shore gamefish of New Jersey.

No guarantees but these are the biggest fish you will find within 3 miles of the beach.

We preferf to jig but will troll, pop, live-line....whatever it takes.

6 hours is recommended as we will run as far as LBI or Wildwood to chase these guys.

2 Hour Evening Calm Bay

$250.00

Offered 05/15/25 - 09/15/25 Tues, Thur, Fri, Sat

Price includes up to 3 guests

+$10.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

5:30pm - 7:30pm EST (2 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

This trip is popular with the parents and grandparents of younger children. They found 2 hours to be “just right” for introducing the young ones to fishing or being on a boat. You'll primarily target Flounder, Weakfish, and Bluefish. Other species such as Seabass, Sea Robin and Sand Shark are also caught. The marina is minutes from productive fishing grounds, so you can maximize time with “lines in”. The crew has rods and tackle that are designed for smaller hands. "Big kids" with limited time will also enjoy this.

3 Hour Bay Calm Waters (Afternoon)

$350.00

Offered 05/01/25 - 09/23/25 Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun

Price includes up to 3 guests

+$25.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

12:00pm - 3:00pm EST (3 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

A very popular Summer trip for families and friends on the calm back-bays. You primarily target Flounder, Weakfish and small Blue Fish with Kingfish and other bottom species available. Sand sharks and Sea Robins are frequently caught. A great trip for kids and novices to get the hang of fishing. For the experienced angler, we are ready. Capt. Mike has been fishing these waters for over 45 years. We always provide high quality bait and tackle.

3 Hour Bay Trip - (Evening)

$350.00

Offered 05/13/25 - 10/01/25 Mon, Fri, Tues, Sat, Thur

Price includes up to 3 guests

+$25.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

4:00pm - 7:00pm EST (3 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

A very popular Summer trip for families and friends on the calm back-bays. You primarily target Flounder, Weakfish and small Blue Fish with Kingfish and other bottom species available. Sand sharks and Sea Robins are frequently caught. A great trip for kids and novices to get the hang of fishing. For the experienced angler, we are ready. Capt. Mike has been fishing these waters for over 45 years. We always provide high quality bait and tackle.

3 Hour Bay Calm Waters (Morning)

$375.00

Offered 05/13/25 - 09/27/25

Price includes up to 3 guests

+$25.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

8:00am - 11:00am EST (3 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

A very popular Summer trip for families and friends on the calm back-bays. You primarily target Flounder, Weakfish and small Blue Fish with Kingfish and other bottom species available. Sand sharks and Sea Robins are frequently caught. A great trip for kids and novices to get the hang of fishing. For the experienced angler, we are ready. Capt. Mike has been fishing these waters for over 45 years. We always provide high quality bait and tackle. Various departure times throughout the day. Morning trips have the option of starting as early as 6a.m. and as late as 9a.m.

4 Hour Charter - Up The River (AM)

$400.00

Offered 04/15/25 - 06/06/25

Price includes up to 3 guests

+$25.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

8:00am - 12:00pm EST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

We will target White Perch and Striped Bass. A great way to enjoy some time on the water by heading up the scenic Great Egg Harbor River and its tributaries. You can use light tackle for casting or bait. Striped Bass in the river in the Spring can be large. Once we find where the White Perch are hanging out there is a chance to fill a cooler. Ideal for all ages.

4 Hour Charter - Up The River (PM)

$400.00

Offered 04/15/25 - 06/06/25

Price includes up to 3 guests

+$25.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

1:00pm - 5:00pm EST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

We will target White Perch and Striped Bass. A great way to enjoy some time on the water by heading up the scenic Great Egg Harbor River and its tributaries. You can use light tackle for casting or bait. Striped Bass in the river in the Spring can be large. Once we find where the White Perch are hanging out there is a chance to fill a cooler. Ideal for all ages.

Autumn Ocean Stripers Afternoon

$400.00

Price includes up to 6 guests

2:00pm - 6:00pm EST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Stripahs, Line-Siders, Rockfish..... Morone saxatilis. The most sought after and prized near-shore gamefish of New Jersey.

No guarantees but these are the biggest fish you will find within 3 miles of the beach.

"Cut" work early and get in a trip. We troll, jig, pop, live-line....whatever it takes.

4 hours $400.

Extended Half Day Trip (PM)

$475.00

Offered 06/15/25 - 10/10/25 Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun

Price includes up to 3 guests

+$25.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

1:00pm - 6:00pm EST (5 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Fish wrecks and reefs within 15 miles of GE Inlet seasonally for Flounder, Seabass, Bluefish, Triggerfish, Porgy, sharks, Cobia, and a variety of smaller Tuna and Mackerel. Contact us first for a report to know what we are currently targeting. In early summer, we are focused on Flounder, Bluefish, and Seabass. Mid-Summer until early Fall, we can try to add some variety by incorporating snag and drop, troll, or sight-casting for the above-named pelagic species. Age 8+ advised but we trust your judgement.

6 Hour - Deep Sea Ocean Sea Bass

$640.00

Offered 05/15/25 - 06/19/25

Price includes up to 3 guests

+$25.00 per additional guest, max 6 guests

6:30am - 12:30pm EST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Action and a chance for a pile of tasty filets. You'll go out as far as 20 miles searching for jumbo Seabass. Seabass off South Jersey has been very good for several years and we see no reason why it won't be in 2022. We expect the spring season to start around May 15 and run until about June 20. The bag limit should be about 10 fish at 12.5 inches. After May 20, the Flounder season opens and we can target it on the same trip. Ling and Bluefish also can show up in the mix. Age 10+ advised.

Offshore Sportfishing Trip

$1,500.00

Offered 07/15/25 - 09/15/25 Mon, Sun, Thur

Price includes up to 6 guests

4:00am - 4:00pm EST (12 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

You will head out to the 20-30 fathom curve between 30-50 miles out and troll, chunk, or jig for Tuna, Mahi, and Wahoo. The trip lasts 10-12 hours. A shot at catching your own sashimi. Bring a container with soy sauce, ginger, and wasabi. In June, the crew can chase Bluefin and later in the month Mahi. As the summer progresses and the water warms up, the crew catches “football Tuna” along with Mahi and Wahoo. The crew loves pot-hopping.

Extreme Trip

$1,950.00

Offered 07/01/25 - 10/15/25 Mon, Sun, Thur

Price includes up to 6 guests

3:00am - 6:00pm EST (15 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Tuna, Mahi, and Wahoo – make a reel scream! We head out about 55-75 miles to the canyon zone. A shot at catching your own sashimi. Bring a container with soy sauce, ginger, and wasabi. Trolling, jigging, and/or chunking for Yellowfin, Bluefin, Mahi, Wahoo, and more. Poor sea conditions or a slim chance of finding fish (we use sophisticated satellite services to track water temps and other factors) can lead to a trip being canceled with a full refund. 5 persons max. Age 12+ and prior experience on the ocean is advised.
Customer Reviews
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Calm Bay - Afternoon 3 Hours
This was the first time booking with Captain Mike and the first time taking my two boys (10&12) fishing. Captain Mike was extremely helpful and communicative; he proactively reached out about the weights of my kids to ensure we had the right size life vests, went out of his way to get equipment ready that would be easy for them to use, helped me find the best route to the dock, and proactively contacted me to let me know the weather looked uncertain and let me know we could take the morning time instead for better weather (which we did). Captain Mike helped my kids with the rods and reels and explained tons of fishing concepts to them to help build the foundation for a lifelong love of fishing. We had a great time and will definitely book with Captain Mike again this summer.
This was the first time booking with Captain Mike and the first time taking my two boys (10&12) fishing. Captain Mike was extremely helpful and communicative; he proactively reached out about the weights of my kids to ensure we had the right size life vests, went out of his way to get equipment ready that would be easy for them to use, helped me find the best route to the dock, and proactively contacted me to let me know the weather looked uncertain and let me know we could take the morning time instead for better weather (which we did). Captain Mike helped my kids with the rods and reels and explained tons of fishing concepts to them to help build the foundation for a lifelong love of fishing. We had a great time and will definitely book with Captain Mike again this summer.
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3 Hour Trip – Calm Bay (AM)
Took my son and my 2 grandsons (5&7) on Capt Mike’s 3hr morning bay fishing trip. From the moment we boarded both Capt Mike and his mate Felix were so helpful and fun to be with. Was kids 1st time on a boat and they were just a bit nervous but they quickly relaxed and had a wonderful time. Caught 6 fish total and everyone was happy. Capt Mike brought us to a number of spots and quickly got us to our first spot. Nice comfortable boat and already planning on a return trip. Extremely satisfied made some great memories
Took my son and my 2 grandsons (5&7) on Capt Mike’s 3hr morning bay fishing trip. From the moment we boarded both Capt Mike and his mate Felix were so helpful and fun to be with. Was kids 1st time on a boat and they were just a bit nervous but they quickly relaxed and had a wonderful time. Caught 6 fish total and everyone was happy. Capt Mike brought us to a number of spots and quickly got us to our first spot. Nice comfortable boat and already planning on a return trip. Extremely satisfied made some great memories
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5 Hour – Near-ocean Deep Sea (AM)
I had booked a 5 hr near ocean deep sea trip for myself and my three teenage boys, but unfortunately, a storm blew up and we had to fish the bay instead. Captain Mike kept in touch with us to let us know our options. Bay fishing turned out to be a great first charter experience for us. My boys all caught some fish, and Captain Mike and first mate Colby were great! We would definitely book another trip with them! Hopefully, next time the weather will be kind to us!
I had booked a 5 hr near ocean deep sea trip for myself and my three teenage boys, but unfortunately, a storm blew up and we had to fish the bay instead. Captain Mike kept in touch with us to let us know our options. Bay fishing turned out to be a great first charter experience for us. My boys all caught some fish, and Captain Mike and first mate Colby were great! We would definitely book another trip with them! Hopefully, next time the weather will be kind to us!
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Additional Features:

  • Saftey Equipment

  • Life Jackets
  • Life Raft
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • First-aid Equipment
  • Cpr-trained Crew
  • Epirb
  • Flares
  • Vhf Radio

  • Navigation

  • Gps
  • Fish Finder
  • Radar

  • Price Includes

  • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
  • Fishing License
  • Fresh Or Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle
  • First Mate

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