Established 1976

Jingles Bait and Tackle in Beach Haven, NJ, is a small shop proudly celebrating 50 years in business! While we may be modest in size, we make up for it with a full and well-rounded selection of bait, tackle, and apparel. Whether you’re preparing for a day on the water or just stocking up on essentials, we’re here to help meet your fishing needs with friendly service and reliable gear.

We carry a wide variety of gear for surf fishermen, as well as supplies for boaters and offshore fishing. In addition, we offer a complete selection of crabbing equipment and everything you need for bayside fishing.

We are the last tackle shop before the Beach Haven boat ramp.

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SEND YOUR FISH PICTURES! Catching fish? Send your reports and fish pictures to jinglesbait@comcast.net!

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 – WE HAVE MINNOWS and BLOODWORMS!! - Don’t forget your bait bucket. If you do not have one, we have Jingles Bait Buckets for just $3! Catching fish?? Send us your reports and pictures to jinglesbait@comcast.net, Facebook or Instagram messenger! ...
72nd Annual LBI Surf Fishing Classic Tournament is ON!! - 2026 72nd Annual Long Beach Island Surf Fishing Classic The 72nd Annual Fall Surf Fishing Tournament runs from August 29th to November 29, 2026. Last year’s new format was a success and we are excited to see even more competition on the beaches this fall. Be sure to review and familiarize yourself with the rules and prizes which are posted on the webiste www.LBISFC.com . Dates: August 29th to November… ...
JINGLES 2026 FALL IN-STORE TOURNAMENT!! - Here's hoping the fall fishing is as GREAT as the spring!! Coinciding with the 72nd Annual LBI Surf Fishing Classic, the dates and info are following: STARTS: Saturday, August 29, 2026 @ 12 AMENDS: Sunday, November 29, 2026 @ 6 PM $10 - Registration Fee Striped Bass Prize: 1st Place (50% Payout)Bluefish Prize: 1st Place (40% Payout)Kingfish Prize: 1st Place (10% Payout) All fish must be caught off the land… ...
Jingles IN-STORE FLUKE TOURNAMENT!! - Come join the Jingles In-Store Fluke Tournament running the entire season from May 4th, 2026 - thru September 25, 2026! $10 Entry Fee - Winners will be determined by weight of the fish, then the length. Tie break will be the fish weighed in first. Fish can be caught off the surf or by boat. You can sign up in the store! Good Luck! Prizes: First Place - 50%Second Place… ...
It’s that time to get your CLEAN & GREASE - Don't get caught with a rough reel while you are bringing in that big striped bass! Don't let your reel get like this! Make sure that reel runs smoothly all spring long with a CLEAN & GREASE. ...

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Jingles Daily Fishing Report

DAILY REPORT by Jingles - It's a beautiful, sunny, hot morning here in Beach Haven to start the Labor Day Weekend! The wind right now is coming from the WNW at about 8mph. (And those black flies are out there!!) Currently the surf is calm with 1-2 foot waves. You will need about 3-4oz to hold. Beach Haven water temp is about 75°. The air temp is currently 78° and heading to 86°. The bay… ...
DAILY REPORT by Jingles - On this last day of August, we started with a bit of sun this morning here in Beach Haven but now the clouds are moving in and we may have a chance for a shower. The wind right now is mild coming from the NNE at about 5mph. Currently the surf is calm with 1-2 foot waves. You will need about 3-4oz to hold. Beach Haven water temp is about… ...

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Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association

BHCFA Junior Mates Program – by Jim Hutchinson Sr. by Jingles - The Junior Mates Program of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association has been garnering widespread acclaim since its founding over 20 years ago. Traditionally, the group’s learning concludes every summer with the Captain John Koegler Junior Mates Fishing Trip. Unfortunately, Mother Nature had other ideas this year as nasty weather forced cancellation of the trip on the “Miss Beach Haven.” Back when the BHCFA was first started by a group… ...
BHCFA Fishing Report – August 22, 2026 – by Jim Hutchinson Sr. by Jingles - Summer is nearing its final stretches in the Long Beach Island neighborhood, but the captains of the Beach Haven Charter fishing Association know that some of the best fishing of the year is near at hand. The fish that made summer fishing interesting are still around, the water has warmed which means that many fish considered to be tropical species are around, and fall fishing is right around the corner.… ...

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HOW TO MEASURE A STRIPED BASS - We always want to measure a striped bass correctly to abide by New Jersey State Salt Water Regulations. A keeper striped bass measures between 28" and 31". To measure a striped bass: 1 - Lay it flat on the measuring device. 2 - With the stripers mouth CLOSED, you PINCH the tail and measure to the longest part of the tail. See image below. Anglers are allowed to keep 1… ...
Help Striped Bass Survive Catch and Release – On the Water Magazine - Despite our best intentions, stripers experience stress and physical injury during capture and handling and, depending on the degree of these impacts, may not survive. https://www.onthewater.com/help-striped-bass-survive-catch-and-release ...
Reminder – Do’s and Dont’s for Catch & Release - With all of the striped bass action over the last couple of weeks, I just want to remind everyone of the proper way to handle a striped bass when it is going to be released. ...

Proud member of the Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club and the Southern Ocean Chamber of Commerce.

Proud sponsor of the 6th Annual BHMTC Tuna Open (June 13-20), the 57th Annual BHMTC White Marlin Invitational (Aug 10-15) and the NJ Fishing Club.