Hempstead Town Reef
Reef off the New Jersey coast
788 acresArea
2Species
North ShoreRegion
300-432 ftDepth
Location
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Placed 3.3 nautical miles S of Jones Beach State Park(NY). Size: 744 acres. Material: 11 vessels. Adrydock. Surplus armored vehicles. Concrete rubble. 2 steel barges. Comments: Seven wooden barges placed over 20 years ago have mostly disintegrated Diamond jigs and bucktails work well on the structure.
The surrounding area is make up of sand
Target Species
Best Times to Fish
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Peak Season
Good Season
Off Season
Bottom Composition
sand
Charters to Fish Hempstead Town Reef
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Wreck fishing specialists
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
$50/person$
Starlight Fleet
Wildwood
- ✓85-foot vessel
- ✓Family-friendly atmosphere
$55/person$
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Gear for Offshore Fishing
Offshore-ready tackle & gear
Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Sea Bass and Tautog fishing.
Offshore Trolling Rod
Heavy-duty rod for tuna, mahi, and billfish. 30-50lb class.
TRHUNTER
TRHUNTER Offshore Trolling Rod Saltwater Big Game Boat Fishing Rod Heavy Duty Roller Rod (6' - 80-120lbs - Carbon Butt)
$119.99
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TRHUNTER
TRHUNTER Offshore Trolling Rod Saltwater Big Game Boat Fishing Rod Heavy Duty Roller Rod (6'6'' - 120-200lbs - Bent Butt)
$149.99
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Conventional Reel (30-50 class)
Heavy-duty conventional reel for offshore trolling and jigging.
Fighting Belt & Harness
Essential for battling big fish. Reduces fatigue on long fights.
Loomcraft
Loomcraft Fishing Belt & Shoulder Strap Harness Set, Enhanced Protection Shoulder Back Support System, with Rod Locking Buckle, Offshore Big Game Fishing Fighting Gear
$118.90
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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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Gaff Hook
Landing tool for big fish. 3-4 foot handle for boat use.
SANLIKE
SANLIKE Telescopic Fish Gaff with Stainless Sea Fishing Spear Hook Tackle, Soft Rubber Handle Aluminium Alloy Pole for Saltwater Offshore Ice Tool
$26.99
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SANLIKE
SANLIKE Telescopic Fish Gaff with Stainless Sea Fishing Spear Hook Tackle, Soft Rubber Handle Aluminium Alloy Pole for Saltwater Offshore Ice Tool
$25.99
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Trolling Lures & Spreader Bars
Skirted lures and spreader bars for tuna and mahi.
AGOOL
Trolling Lures Saltwater for Tuna Mahi Marlin Wahoo Dolphin Shark Offshore Trolling Baits with Squid Skirt Big Game Fishing Lures Deep Sea Squid Skirts Rig 6/9 inch
$33.99
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Narcissus
Narcissus 6PCS Trolling Lures Kit Saltwater – 6.5inch Offshore Big Game Fishing Lures,Pre-Rigged Lure with Mesh Storage Bag for Tuna, Marlin, Mahi, Wahoo
$39.99
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Insulated Fish Bag
Keep your catch cold on the ride home. Fits in boat storage.
KRAKEN SUPPLY CO
KRAKEN SUPPLY CO 48'' Fish Kill Bag Game Bag Leak Proof Insulated for Offshore Inshore Fishing Designed in USA (48X24)
$129.98
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Buffalo Gear
Buffalo Gear Insulated Fish Cooler Bag 106Qt Fish Kill Bag with YKK Zipper, Flat Bottorm Fishing Bag Keep Your Catch Cool and Fresh All Day
$189.99
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Wire Leaders
Essential for toothy fish like wahoo and king mackerel.
Drchoer
Fishing Wire Leaders for Saltwater: 30pcs Stainless Steel Line Leaders Nylon-Coated 19" - 100 LB High Strength Wire Rig for Shark Barracuda Pike Fishing - Black
$12.87
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TOOTH SHIELD TACKLE
Tooth Shield Tackle Wahoo Cable Rig 3 Pack 280 lb Premium 7x7 49 Strand Stainless Steel Cable Wire Big Game Offshore Saltwater Fishing Leader Wahoo Trolling Rigs Lures Made in The USA (48")
$22.95
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Offshore Tackle Bag
Large, waterproof bag for organizing offshore tackle.
Plano
Plano Guide Series 3500 Tackle Bag, Beige, Includes 5 3500 Stowaway Organization Boxes, Premium Soft Fishing Tackle Storage, Waterproof & Non-Skid Base
$66.95
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KastKing
KastKing All Weather Fishing Tackle Backpack with 4 Waterproof Tackle Boxes & Removable Rod Holders,Waterproof ArmorShield Fabric Fishing Bag Storage Fishing Gear
$135.98
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Diamond Jigs
Classic vertical jig for sea bass, cod, and bottom fish.
VMSIXVM
VMSIXVM Diamond Jigs Saltwater Fishing Lures, 1-16oz Flat Metal Jigging Spoon Baits for Surf Fishing Bottom Bouncing Sinking Casting, Vertical Ocean Lures for Bluefish Striper Tuna Salmon Freshwater
$22.99
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VMSIXVM
VMSIXVM Diamond Jigs Saltwater Fishing Lures, 1-16oz Flat Metal Jigging Spoon Baits for Surf Fishing Bottom Bouncing Sinking Casting, Vertical Ocean Lures for Bluefish Striper Tuna Salmon Freshwater
$36.99
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Circle Hooks (Offshore)
Required for many species. Better hookups, easier release.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at Hempstead Town Reef?
Hempstead Town Reef is known for Sea Bass, Tautog.
How do I get to Hempstead Town Reef?
Hempstead Town Reef is located 3.3 nm S of Jones Beach State Park(NY). The nearest departure point is Sandy Hook.
What makes Hempstead Town Reef 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
- Sandy Hook
- Location
- 3.3 nm S of Jones Beach State Park(NY)
- Depth
- 300-432 ft
- Size
- 788 acres
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