Lump off the New Jersey coast
Burnside is an offshore fishing ground in NJ waters near Shark River Inlet, identifiable on depth finders by its distinctive bottom structure. Named for a vessel or local reference, this spot holds sea bass, tautog, and bluefish in season. Tuna and bonito work the surface layer during summer migration windows. Offshore charter boats from Shark River and Belmar marinas include Burnside in their rotation on extended offshore runs.
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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 AvailabilityBurnside is known for Tuna, Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore, Sea Bass.
Burnside is accessible from Shark River. 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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