Five Fathom Bank — Offshore 2
Reef off the New Jersey coast
2,101 acresArea
8Species
OffshoreRegion
Location
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The 2,101-acre middle parcel of the Five Fathom Bank chain, 9.3 nautical miles southeast of Hereford Inlet. The largest single piece of the bank complex gives the most water to prospect — follow the shoal's edge contours for fluke and sea bass, and watch the crown for surface action.
The bottom characteristics are sandy material.
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 |
| Bluefish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Summer Flounder (Fluke) | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Off |
| 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 |
| Sharks | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Peak Season
Good Season
Off Season
Bottom Composition
sand
Charters to Fish Five Fathom Bank
Most charters depart from Barnegat Light - Prime bay fishing access
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 Five Fathom Bank
Offshore tackle for the canyons
Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Fluke (Summer Flounder) and Sea Bass 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 Five Fathom Bank?
Five Fathom Bank is known for Fluke (Summer Flounder), Sea Bass, Tautog, Bluefish, Tuna, Sharks, Bonito, False Albacore.
How do I get to Five Fathom Bank?
Five Fathom Bank is located 7.5 nm SE (110 degrees T) of Hereford Inlet and the Southern point is 12 nm SE (115 degrees T) of Cape May Inlet. The nearest departure point is Hereford Inlet.
What makes Five Fathom Bank a good fishing spot?
Reef structures provide habitat for a variety of species. Artificial reefs are regularly stocked and monitored by NJ Fish & Wildlife.
Quick Info
- Type
- Reef
- Nearest Inlet
- Hereford Inlet
- Location
- 7.5 nm SE (110 degrees T) of Hereford Inlet and the Southern point is 12 nm SE (115 degrees T) of Cape May Inlet
- Size
- 2,101 acres
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