E. Rockaway Inlet Buoy
Buoy Area off the New Jersey coast
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The East Rockaway Inlet sea-buoy ground, about 12.4 nautical miles east-northeast of Sandy Hook on the Long Island side of the Bight. Bluefish own the water column around the mark most of the summer; bonito and false albacore cut through when bait concentrates on the tide.
Target Species
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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 |
| Striped Bass | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good |
| Bluefish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
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Charters to Fish E. Rockaway Inlet Buoy
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Beach blitz proximity
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
$50/person$
Highroller Fishing
Atlantic City
- ✓No Seasick Guarantee
- ✓Only back bay party boat in AC
$50/person$
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Offshore Tackle for E. Rockaway Inlet Buoy
Offshore tackle for the canyons
Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Bluefish and Bonito 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.
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)
$15-50
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TitanixHook
TitanixHook LED Glow Squid Lures 6" 2.5oz Slow Pitch Jig Deep Drop Offshore Tuna Grouper Halibut Rig, Water Activated Flashing Light, Reinforced Steel Wire (Green&White, 6/0 J Hook-6"(2.5oz))
$15-50
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Spreader Bar
Tuna trolling spreader bars. Short side, long side rigging-ready.
BLUEWING
BLUEWING 18" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Port Walker Offshore Trolling Spreader Bar with 6" Bulb Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Green
$80-180
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BLUEWING
BLUEWING 36" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Port Walker Offshore Trolling Spreader Bar with 9" Bulb Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Yellow/Green
$80-180
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Fighting Belt + Harness
Padded gimbal belt + back harness for the long fight on offshore tuna.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at E. Rockaway Inlet Buoy?
E. Rockaway Inlet Buoy is known for Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore, Tuna, Striped Bass.
How do I get to E. Rockaway Inlet Buoy?
E. Rockaway Inlet Buoy is accessible from Sandy Hook. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
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