Lump off the New Jersey coast
A huge narow slough that goes from NW to SE following the 40 fath. Deep line. The deepest part is 42 fath. 52 nautical miles E (90 degrees T) of Barnegat Light. South of it, there is a big rounded lump that ranges from 36 to 21 fathom deep. Circle the lump to locate feeding fish on your electronics.
The surrounding area is completely composed of sandy material.
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellowfin & Bluefin Tuna | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Bluefish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Black Sea Bass | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
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Check Availability40 Fathom Hole is known for Tuna, Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore, Sea Bass.
40 Fathom Hole is located 52 nm E (90 degrees T) of Barnegat Light.
Lumps are elevated bottom features that concentrate fish. They are productive for both bottom fishing and trolling.
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