Fire Island Buoy
Buoy Area off the New Jersey coast
2,666 acresArea
5Species
OffshoreRegion
Location
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The Fire Island sea-buoy ground, a distant 32 nautical miles east-northeast of Sandy Hook along the Long Island shore. New Jersey boats mostly cross it in transit — but the mark holds the standard buoy suspects, bluefish to false albacore, with stripers passing on migration.
Target Species
Best Times to Fish
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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 Fire Island 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 Fire Island 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.
CAPT JAY FISHING
Capt Jay Fishing Saltwater jigs Speed Jigging Slow Pitching Lures,VerticalArtificial Jigging Lure Fishing jigs (150g-Multi Color SRB (Pack of 3), 150g)
$15-50
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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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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 9" Bulb Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Black/Purple
$80-180
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BLUEWING
BLUEWING 18" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Formation with 9" Floating Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod Offshore Spreader Bar 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 Fire Island Buoy?
Fire Island Buoy is known for Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore, Tuna, Striped Bass.
How do I get to Fire Island Buoy?
Fire Island Buoy is accessible from Sandy Hook. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
Quick Info
- Type
- Buoy Area
- Nearest Inlet
- Sandy Hook
- Size
- 2,666 acres
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