Glory Hole
Slough off the New Jersey coast
29,196 acresArea
5Species
OffshoreRegion
Location
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Big area 6 nautical miles SE (160 degrees T) of HA buoy and 26 nautical miles NE of Y"B" buoy. A slough starting at 30 fathom deep and goes till 42 fathom deep. The southern portion contains an spot called "The Point". Fish the edges where the slough meets the surrounding bottom.
The surrounding area is characterized with sandy and muddy material as a bottom type.
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 |
| 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
mud
Charters to Fish Glory Hole
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 Glory Hole
Offshore tackle for the canyons
Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Bluefish and Tuna 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)
$21.98
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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))
$11.99
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Spreader Bar
Tuna trolling spreader bars. Short side, long side rigging-ready.
BLUEWING
BLUEWING 36" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Starboard Walker Offshore Trolling Spreader Bar with 9" Bulb Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Green
$109.99
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BLUEWING
BLUEWING 36in Fishing Soft Squid Spreader Bar Offshore Fishing Spreader Bar with 6in Soft Squid and Big Game Trolling Lure for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Blue
$89.99
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Fighting Belt + Harness
Padded gimbal belt + back harness for the long fight on offshore tuna.
GAFFER SPORTFISHING
GAFFER SPORTFISHING Wide Body Fishing Belt – Adjustable Rod Holder Fighting Belt for Offshore & Saltwater – EVA Padded Harness with Stainless Steel Gimbal – Deep Sea Fishing Gear | Blue
$99.99
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QWUUYEC
Fishing Belly Top Waist Support Harness, Adjustable Rod Fighting Belt with Padded Sponge and Shoulder Straps - Secure and Comfortable, Lightweight Durable Design for Deep-Sea and Offshore Fishing
$68.89
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at Glory Hole?
Glory Hole is known for Bluefish, Tuna, Sharks, Bonito, False Albacore.
How do I get to Glory Hole?
Glory Hole is located 6 nm SE (160 degrees T) of HA buoy and 26 nm NE of Y"B" buoy. The nearest departure point is Manasquan Inlet.
What makes Glory Hole a good fishing spot?
Sloughs are underwater valleys that channel water and baitfish, attracting predatory species.
Quick Info
- Type
- Slough
- Nearest Inlet
- Manasquan Inlet
- Location
- 6 nm SE (160 degrees T) of HA buoy and 26 nm NE of Y"B" buoy
- Size
- 29,196 acres
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