Hole off the New Jersey coast
The northeastern terminus of the 120 Foot Hole complex, 1,203 acres logged off Brigantine Inlet about 22 nautical miles out. The broadest section of the depth break, it gives room to prospect — follow the 120-foot contour until the tautog and sea bass marks thicken.
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Striped Bass | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good |
| Black Sea Bass | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
| Tautog (Blackfish) | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good |
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Check Availability120 Foot Hole is known for Tautog, Sea Bass, Striped Bass.
120 Foot Hole is accessible from Brigantine Inlet. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
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