Reef off the New Jersey coast
4 nautical miles W of AC Reef and 9.2 nautical miles E of Great Egg Inlet. The superficie of the reef contains 15% of tanks. The North side is located in a lump till 70 feet and Southern side is 47-50 feet deep. Minimum depth guarantee is 50 feet Work the reef edges where predators ambush baitfish.
The surrounding area is essentially sandy.
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scup (Porgy) | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Off |
Great Egg Reef is known for Scup (Porgy).
Great Egg Reef is located 4 nm W of AC Reef and 9. The nearest departure point is Absecon Inlet.
Reef structures provide habitat for a variety of species. Artificial reefs are regularly stocked and monitored by NJ Fish & Wildlife.
Check recent reports to see what's biting at Great Egg Reef.
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