Little Italy
Slough off the New Jersey coast
Location
About This Ground
An area between the two buoys ( Y"B" and Y"HA") in the NY-NJ Inlet. 16 nautical miles NE ( 40 degreees T) from Y"B" buoy and 13 nautical miles SW ( 230 degrees T) from Y"HA" buoy. Summer flounder stack up in sloughs during hot weather.
All the surrounding area contains some known Prime Fishing Grounds. The surrounding area is characterized with sandy material as a bottom type.
Target Species
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 |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Bottom Composition
Charters to Fish Little Italy
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Beach blitz proximity
The Gambler
point-pleasant-beach
- ✓Family operation since 1949
- ✓Widest party boat in class
Miss Chris Boats
Cape May
- ✓Three daily departure times
- ✓Air-conditioned 80-foot vessel
Highroller Fishing
Atlantic City
- ✓No Seasick Guarantee
- ✓Only back bay party boat in AC
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Browse on FishingBookerGear for Offshore Fishing
Essential gear for fishing this ground.
Offshore Trolling Rod
Heavy-duty rod for tuna, mahi, and billfish. 30-50lb class.
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.
Gaff Hook
Landing tool for big fish. 3-4 foot handle for boat use.
Trolling Lures & Spreader Bars
Skirted lures and spreader bars for tuna and mahi.
Insulated Fish Bag
Keep your catch cold on the ride home. Fits in boat storage.
Wire Leaders
Essential for toothy fish like wahoo and king mackerel.
Offshore Tackle Bag
Large, waterproof bag for organizing offshore tackle.
Diamond Jigs
Classic vertical jig for sea bass, cod, and bottom fish.
Circle Hooks (Offshore)
Required for many species. Better hookups, easier release.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at Little Italy?
Little Italy is known for Bluefish, Tuna, Sharks, Bonito, False Albacore.
How do I get to Little Italy?
Little Italy is located 13 nm SW ( 230 degrees T) from Y"HA" buoy. The nearest departure point is Manasquan Inlet.
What makes Little Italy a good fishing spot?
Sloughs are underwater valleys that channel water and baitfish, attracting predatory species.
Quick Info
- Type
- Slough
- Nearest Inlet
- Manasquan Inlet
- Location
- 13 nm SW ( 230 degrees T) from Y"HA" buoy
- Size
- 1,325 acres
Nearby Grounds
Similar Species
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Fishing Reports
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