Reef off the New Jersey coast
One of the nore offshore reefs in NJ. Aproximately same latitud as Hereford Inlet (27.4 nautical miles, 103 degrees T). The middle part is much deeper than surrounding and contains tires units and subway cars. Minimum depth guarantee is 50 feet Work the reef edges where predators ambush baitfish.
The bottom characteristics are sandy material.
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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Check AvailabilityDeepwater Reef is known for Sea Bass, Tautog.
Deepwater Reef is accessible from Great Egg Inlet. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
Reef structures provide habitat for a variety of species. Artificial reefs are regularly stocked and monitored by NJ Fish & Wildlife.
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