Chinese Wreck
Wreck Site off the New Jersey coast
1,215 acresArea
4Species
OffshoreRegion
Location
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A large area placed N and S outside of the Townsends Inlet. 1.5 nautical miles from that Inlet and 3.5 nautical miles large. From 12 feet to 35 feet deep. Drift over the structure with live bait for best results.
The surrounding characteristics are composed by sandy material as a bottom type.
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
Off Season
Bottom Composition
sand
Charters to Fish Chinese Wreck
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 Chinese Wreck
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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Jiatai Fishing
2Pcs Slow Pitch Jigs Lures Fishing Jigs Saltwater Speed Jigging Slow with Butterfly Hook Fishing Lures Sinking Metal Spoons for Saltwater Fishing (80g)
$15.99
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Spreader Bar
Tuna trolling spreader bars. Short side, long side rigging-ready.
BLUEWING
BLUEWING 18in Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Port Canyon with 6in Floating Squids, Trolling Birds, Big Game Trolling Lure and 316 Stainless Steel Rod for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Yellow/Green
$89.99
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BLUEWING
BLUEWING 18" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Formation with 9" Floating Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod Offshore Spreader Bar for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Yellow/Green
$69.99
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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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GAFFER SPORTFISHING
GAFFER SPORTFISHING Wide Body Belt & Shoulder Harness Bundle - Offshore Rod Holder Fighting Belt & Adjustable Fishing Harness - Hands-Free Rod Support, EVA Padded Comfort, Stainless Steel Gimbals
$224.97
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at Chinese Wreck?
Chinese Wreck is known for Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Sharks.
How do I get to Chinese Wreck?
Chinese Wreck is located 1.5 nm from that Inlet and 3. The nearest departure point is Townsends Inlet.
What makes Chinese Wreck 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
- Townsends Inlet
- Location
- 1.5 nm from that Inlet and 3
- Size
- 1,215 acres
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