Plain Area off the New Jersey coast
45 Square is an offshore fishing area identified by LORAN or GPS coordinates, used as a navigational reference by NJ captains. The ground marks a productive bottom structure in NJ offshore waters. Sea bass, tautog, bluefish, and bonito are the primary targets depending on season. Offshore boats from Little Egg Inlet run this area as part of multi-stop bottom-fishing trips.
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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 |
Most charters depart from Belmar - Closest to offshore canyons
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Check Availability45 Square is known for Tuna, Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore, Sea Bass.
45 Square is accessible from Little Egg Inlet. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
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