20 Minutes Slough
Wreck Site off the New Jersey coast
656 acresArea
4Species
OffshoreRegion
Location
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A rectangular shaped area that contains a wreck on it. Placed parallel to the coast and 2.5 nautical miles SE (135 degrees T) from the Cape May Inlet. Drift over the structure with live bait for best results.
It is locates between two lumps in front of the Onlet.
Target Species
Best Times to Fish
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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 |
| Sharks | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
Peak Season
Good Season
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Bottom Composition
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Charters to Fish 20 Minutes Slough
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Wreck fishing specialists
The Gambler
point-pleasant-beach
- ✓Family operation since 1949
- ✓Widest party boat in class
$60/person$
Miss Chris Boats
Cape May
- ✓Three daily departure times
- ✓Air-conditioned 80-foot vessel
$50/person$
Starlight Fleet
Wildwood
- ✓85-foot vessel
- ✓Family-friendly atmosphere
$55/person$
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Offshore Tackle for 20 Minutes Slough
Offshore tackle for the canyons
Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Sea Bass and Tautog fishing.
Trolling Rod & Reel Combo
50-class conventional combo for tuna trolling at the Hudson Canyon.
Chunking Rod
Heavy live-bait rod for chunking yellowfin off the Mud Hole.
Offshore Speed Jig
4-8 oz slow-pitch and speed jigs for tuna and offshore bottom.
Ghanneey
Ghanneey 5pcs Fishing Jigs with Two Assist Hooks Glow Vertical Jigs Fall Side Speed Lure Slow Fast Pitch Flat Saltwater for Tuna Salmon Kingfish Bass 60g
$14.99
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OCEAN CAT
OCEAN CAT Saltwater Jigs Speed/Slow Pitching Lures, Vertical Artificial Lures, Lead Metal Flat Jigs, Jigging Baits - Silver, 400G
$17.99
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Spreader Bar
Tuna trolling spreader bars. Short side, long side rigging-ready.
BLUEWING
BLUEWING 36" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Formation with 9" Floating Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod Offshore Spreader Bar for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Green
$79.99
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BLUEWING
BLUEWING 18" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Port Walker Offshore Trolling Spreader Bar with 6" Bulb Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Pink/Glow
$79.99
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Fighting Belt + Harness
Padded gimbal belt + back harness for the long fight on offshore tuna.
GAFFER SPORTFISHING
GAFFER SPORTFISHING Wide Body Fishing Belt – Adjustable Rod Holder Fighting Belt for Offshore & Saltwater – EVA Padded Harness with Stainless Steel Gimbal – Deep Sea Fishing Gear | Blue
$99.99
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SANLIKE
SAN LIKE Fishing Rod Holder - Adjustable Aluminum Waist Fighting Belt, Stand-up Offshore Gimbal Padded (Black)
$54.99
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at 20 Minutes Slough?
20 Minutes Slough is known for Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Sharks.
How do I get to 20 Minutes Slough?
20 Minutes Slough is located 2.5 nm SE (135 degrees T) from the Cape May Inlet. The nearest departure point is Cape May Inlet.
What makes 20 Minutes Slough a good fishing spot?
Wreck sites provide structure that attracts fish. They are excellent for bottom fishing and often hold sea bass, tautog, and striped bass.
Quick Info
- Type
- Wreck Site
- Nearest Inlet
- Cape May Inlet
- Location
- 2.5 nm SE (135 degrees T) from the Cape May Inlet
- Size
- 656 acres
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