Hole off the New Jersey coast
This is a hole with an irregular shape that follows the 15 fathom deep line and goes throught 17 fathom line. 21 nautical miles E (90 degrees T) from Graet Egg Inlet. Troll cedar plugs and spreader bars at 6-8 knots for yellowfin.
The bottom characteristics are sandy material.
Also caught here: Dolphin
Click a species row to see fishing methods, regulations, and tips.
| 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 |
| Sharks | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
Most charters depart from Belmar - Closest to offshore canyons
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Recommended tackle for Tuna and Sharks fishing.
50-class conventional combo for tuna trolling at the Hudson Canyon.
Heavy live-bait rod for chunking yellowfin off the Mud Hole.
4-8 oz slow-pitch and speed jigs for tuna and offshore bottom.

CAPT JAY FISHING

TitanixHook
Tuna trolling spreader bars. Short side, long side rigging-ready.

BLUEWING

BLUEWING
Padded gimbal belt + back harness for the long fight on offshore tuna.

GAFFER SPORTFISHING

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Lobster Hole is known for Tuna, Sharks. Other species include Dolphin.
Lobster Hole is located 21 nm E (90 degrees T) from Graet Egg Inlet. The nearest departure point is Brigantine Inlet.
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