Lump off the New Jersey coast
Irma C is a locally named fishing ground in NJ offshore waters near Sandy Hook, possibly named for a vessel or local fishing notable. The ground marks productive bottom structure for sea bass, tautog, and bluefish. Accessible from Sandy Hook or Sandy Hook Bay marinas.
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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 |
| Black Sea Bass | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Most charters depart from Belmar - Closest to offshore canyons
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Check AvailabilityIrma C is known for Tuna, Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore, Sea Bass.
Irma C is accessible from Sandy Hook. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
Lumps are elevated bottom features that concentrate fish. They are productive for both bottom fishing and trolling.
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