Channel off the New Jersey coast
Small spot N of the Ambrose Channel (NJ-NY) and outside of the Territorial Sea line. The bottom contains shells too. Bucktails tipped with Gulp or strip baits are deadly for fluke.
The surrounding area is characterized by a sandy, shelly bottom.
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Flounder (Fluke) | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Off |
Most charters depart from Barnegat Light - Prime bay fishing access
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Check AvailabilityGong Grounds is known for Fluke (Summer Flounder).
Gong Grounds is accessible from Sandy Hook. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
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