Reef off the New Jersey coast
Small spot 2.5 nautical miles E (90 degrees Y) of Highlands Bridge. Less than 1 nautical miles from the NE corner of Sandy Hook Reef. Work the reef edges where predators ambush baitfish.
The area is characterized by sandy 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 |
| 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 |
Most charters depart from Barnegat Light - Prime bay fishing access
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Check AvailabilityClam Beds is known for Fluke (Summer Flounder), Sea Bass, Tautog.
Clam Beds is located 1 nm from the NE corner of Sandy Hook Reef. The nearest departure point is Sandy Hook.
Reef structures provide habitat for a variety of species. Artificial reefs are regularly stocked and monitored by NJ Fish & Wildlife.
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