Early October fishing destinations?

[Skunk City]

Looking to get out of NJ the first week of October for my birthday and need some ideas. Looking for some East Coast fishing destinations within a days drive of NNJ and kayak friendly. Being that I've fished both the Marco Island, FL. area and Indian River Lagoon, FL. area, they are both at the top of my list as of now. Redfish, Trout, Tarpon and Snook from the yak definitely peak my interest, but I know there are locations far north of Central/Southern Florida where I could target them in a backwater area.

Any suggestions? Again, I am leaning towards somewhere south of NJ, as I will be getting my cool water fix from late October through ice out here at home.