HA Bouy
Canyon off the New Jersey coast
15,943 acresArea
3Species
OffshoreRegion
Location
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The area surrounding HA buoy which separates the traffic between Hudson Canyon and Ambrose Channel. Trolling along the canyon edges is most productive.
All the surrounding area is plenty of Transatlantic telecomunications cable, some wrecks and lumps.
Target Species
Also caught here: Dolphin, Marlin
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 |
Peak Season
Good Season
Off Season
Bottom Composition
sand
Charters to Fish HA Bouy
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 HA Bouy
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.
Ghanneey
Ghanneey 5pcs Fishing Jigs with Two Assist Hooks Glow Vertical Jigs Fall Side Speed Lure Slow Fast Pitch Flat Saltwater for Tuna Salmon Kingfish Bass 60g
$14.99
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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)
$15.99
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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
$89.99
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BLUEWING
BLUEWING 36" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Splasher 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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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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SANLIKE
SAN LIKE Fishing Rod Holder - Adjustable Aluminum Waist Fighting Belt, Stand-up Offshore Gimbal Padded (Black)
$54.99
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at HA Bouy?
HA Bouy is known for Bluefish, Tuna, Sharks. Other species include Dolphin, Marlin.
How do I get to HA Bouy?
HA Bouy is accessible from Shark River. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
What makes HA Bouy a good fishing spot?
Canyons are deep-water features that concentrate baitfish and predators. They require offshore-capable vessels and are best fished from charter boats.
Quick Info
- Type
- Canyon
- Nearest Inlet
- Shark River
- Size
- 15,943 acres
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