Canyon off the New Jersey coast
Named because it looks like an elbow, is placed in the E side edge of "Hudson Canyon" spot. Trolling along the canyon edges is most productive.
The surrounding area is the Hudson Canyon.
Also caught here: Everthing
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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 |
| Sharks | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Billfish (Marlin & Swordfish) | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Most charters depart from Belmar - Closest to offshore canyons
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Check AvailabilityElbow is known for Tuna, Billfish, Marlin, Bonito, False Albacore, Sharks. Other species include Everthing.
Canyons are deep-water features that concentrate baitfish and predators. They require offshore-capable vessels and are best fished from charter boats.
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