D Bouy
Lump off the New Jersey coast
Location
About This Ground
A small area 4 nautical miles E (90 degrees T) of the Brigantine Inlet that contains numerous research buoys from the Marine Field Research Station of Rutgers in Tukerton. Placed on a lump that goes till 33 feet deep where the surrounding are 45 feet deep. The up-current side often holds the most fish.
Plain except going south where known and described lumps are placed in there.
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 |
| Summer Flounder (Fluke) | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Off |
| Weakfish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Off | Off | Off | Off |
Bottom Composition
Charters to Fish D Bouy
Most charters depart from Barnegat Light - Prime bay fishing access
The Gambler
point-pleasant-beach
- ✓Family operation since 1949
- ✓Widest party boat in class
Miss Chris Boats
Cape May
- ✓Three daily departure times
- ✓Air-conditioned 80-foot vessel
Highroller Fishing
Atlantic City
- ✓No Seasick Guarantee
- ✓Only back bay party boat in AC
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Check AvailabilityInshore Tackle for D Bouy
Inshore tackle for back-bay and jetty
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Recommended tackle for Fluke (Summer Flounder) and Weakfish fishing.
Inshore Spinning Combo (7 ft)
Medium-power 7 ft rod + 3000-class reel. Stripers, fluke, and weakies.
PENN
Penn Pursuit V Travel Spinning Reel 7' 3-PieceFishing Rod Combo, Graphite Composite Rod Blank Construction, EVA Handles
PENN
Penn Pursuit V Spinning Reel and 7' 2-Piece Fishing RodCombo, Graphite Composite Rod Blank Construction, EVA Handles
“The combo NJ surf-fishing beginners actually keep using two seasons later.”— NJ Shore Guide editors
Inshore Bucktail Jig
1/2 to 2 oz bucktails for fluking the channels and bridge pilings.
kmucutie
kmucutie 5 pcs bucktail Jigs Saltwater or Freshwater Bait,for bass flounder fluke Striper Fishing Lure (All White Color, 1 OZ)
kmucutie
kmucutie 5 pcs bucktail Jigs Saltwater or Freshwater Bait,for bass flounder fluke Striper Fishing Lure (All White Color, 2 OZ)
Inshore Surface Plug
Topwater plugs for blitzing stripers at sunrise off the inlet.
Inshore Soft Plastic
Paddle-tail and shad-style plastics for snapper blues and fluke.
Matrix Shad
Matrix Shad Original 3 Inch Fishing Lure for Speckled Trout, Redfish, Bass - Paddle Tail Swimbaits for Freshwater and Saltwater - Magneto - 8 Count Bag (Pack of 1)
Vhxmaizxn
Vhxmaizxn 30pcs Soft Plastic Fishing Lures Paddle Tail Swimbaits Soft Baits Lure for Bass Crappie Trout Shad Freshwater Saltwater Fishing Mixed 3.5 Inch 4.7 Inch Swim Bait Kit with Box
Inshore Tackle Bag
3-4 tray bag built to walk jetties without snagging or dumping.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at D Bouy?
D Bouy is known for Fluke (Summer Flounder), Weakfish, Striped Bass.
How do I get to D Bouy?
D Bouy is located 4 nm E (90 degrees T) of the Brigantine Inlet that contains numerous research buoys from the Marine Field Research Station of Rutgers in Tukerton. The nearest departure point is Little Egg Inlet.
What makes D Bouy a good fishing spot?
Lumps are elevated bottom features that concentrate fish. They are productive for both bottom fishing and trolling.
Quick Info
- Type
- Lump
- Nearest Inlet
- Little Egg Inlet
- Location
- 4 nm E (90 degrees T) of the Brigantine Inlet that contains numerous research buoys from the Marine Field Research Station of Rutgers in Tukerton
- Size
- 175 acres
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