Eric's Bait & Boats

Enjoy a Day on BARNEGAT BAY

A Variety of Boats Ready to Rent
"Fishing, Crabbing & Touring"

9th & Bayview Avenue
Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
(609) 494-2447
Ask for Eric


	Parkway Exit 63 for Route 72 East. Stay on 72 for 3 miles and cross over causeway bridge. Once on LBI cross the traffic lights for Long Beach Boulevard and make a left for Barnegat Light. Continue for 5 miles and make a left on 9th Street. Marina is at the waterfront on Bay Avenue.

"Bring the Entire Family"
Photo taken on 3/07/02

Eric 's boats can be seen all over Barnegat Bay. Stop in and join in on the fun. From Pontoon Boats, crabbing skiffs or serious fishing boats, bring the whole family and treat yourself to a day on the calm waters of the Barnegat Bay.


	93 Octane Fuel Outboard Oil Beach Stuff Sunscreen Cold Drinks Bait & Tackle Bags of Ice

" A Boat for everyone at Eric's Boats "

Hours of Operation
Day	Season	Open		Closed
Spring, Summer & Fall	April 1 - November 1	6:00 a.m.	until	5:00 p.m.
Closed	Winter	-	-	-

Cold Soda, Ice Cream, Snacks & Water
Ice - Beach Accessories - Fuel Dock

18 feet
90 horsepower Outboard
Floatation Cushions & Child Life Jackets
On Floating Docks for Easy Access

Up to 5 people Comfortably
Bait, Tackle & Rod Rental available
Fishing & Crabbing gear for Sale

Nearby Islands for Swimming and Picnics

Safe Operation Instructions

Plenty of boats to enjoy at Eric's. Discover the Bay & Beaches of Barnegat Light.

A Boat for Everyone at Eric's Boats
Length	Make	Engine	Persons	4 Hours	6 Hours
Varies (Many Available)	Pontoon Boats	Varies	9 persons	$160	$220
20 feet	Thunderbird	90 hp	6 persons	$160	$220
19.5 feet	Aquasport	90 hp	6 persons	$160	$220
18 feet	Wellcraft	90 hp	6 persons	$160	$220
18 feet	Wellcraft	85 hp	5 persons	$140	$200
19 feet	Aquasport	70 hp	5 persons	$140	$200
18 feet	Grady White	90 hp	5 persons	$140	$200
17 feet	Boston Whaler	50 hp	5 persons	$120	$150
15 feet (2 available)	Center Console	30 hp	4 persons	$85	$110
16 foot Skiffs (Many Available)	Bay Runner or Sandpiper	Varies	3 or 4 persons	$60	$70

"Old Barney" Lighthouse
Grand Old Champion of the Tides

The red and white tower is 165 feet tall, and includes 217 steps to the top. The lighthouse was first lit on January 1,1859 and was retired in 1927. When operational, the light could be seen from as far as 30 miles. The interior of the lighthouse is open to the public from 9am to 4:30 pm, giving visitors a spectacular view. During the summer, the lighthouse is open on selected evenings until 9:30 pm.

Check out our Bait, Tackle and other Products

Fishing Tackle & Bait
Rods & Reels available for Rental

Hooks - Rigs for local Species - Mullet Rigs - Sinkers - Fishing Line - Lures

Ask us about the most productive spots, close to the marina
We carry the selection of bait you need to catch the local fish

What to fish for in Barnegat Bay

Species Squid Clams Shrimp Minnow Spearing Bunker

Striped Bass

Fluke(Summer Flounder)

Blues & Snapper Blues

Weakfish

Crabbing on the Barnegat Bay
Best Crabbing in NJ

Crabbing Supplies, baskets, droplines, nets & traps

Trapping blue claw crabs can be lots of fun and very productive. Since a boat is not required to trap crabs, it is becoming a popular method of crabbing. One method is to crab from a public bridge; you'll know when you find one because other crabbers will be there. Crabbing from a public pier or dock, say at a marina, is another great way to utilize a trap. Wading out into shallow water and tying off your traps to sticks or poles is yet another way...
But of course, a boat makes an excellent crabbing platform!

We have everything you need for a comfortable and productive day of crabbing.
Make a plan to rent a boat at Eric's

Other Essentials
to help make your day

Snack Bar open Every Day! - 8 lb & 40 lb Bags of Ice - Long & Short Sleeve Fishing T-Shirts - Hats

Stop into our store on your way to these nearby locations
Location	Description & Directions from the store
Barnegat Light	Fishing the Barnegat Inlet and specifically the rocks at the lighthouse, has always proven to be a great spot for all of New Jersey's Inshore species.
Bay Avenue in Barnegat	For a great day on the water's edge, Bay Avenue in Barnegat Township is a great place to relax and catch fish. Snappers, Blue Claw Crabs, Blowfish, Fluke, Flounder & Weaks.
Cedar Run - Dock Road	For great access to Manahawkin Bay, Dock Road in Cedar Run is the perfect place to lauch your boat. Parking available, fast public access.