Lump off the New Jersey coast
Very small lump marked by the R "2" buoy. 26 feet deep over lump with the surrounding area about 50 feet deep. The buoy is 7 nautical miles (105 degrees T) offshore of Townsends Inlet. Vertical jigging produces consistent action.
The surrounding area is characterized by sand material.
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Flounder (Fluke) | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Off |
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Check AvailabilityAvalon Shoal is known for Fluke (Summer Flounder).
Avalon Shoal is accessible from Townsends Inlet. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
Lumps are elevated bottom features that concentrate fish. They are productive for both bottom fishing and trolling.
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