Hole off the New Jersey coast
11 nautical miles NW (300 degrees T) of "Texas Tower" spot. Follows the 30 fathom depth line shaped with almost a cyrcle. The bottom type is also shelly material. Troll cedar plugs and spreader bars at 6-8 knots for yellowfin.
The surrounds going south are plenty of lumps already described. North of it, the area is more plain.
Also caught here: Mako, Bluefin, Mahi, Dorado, Skippie
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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 |
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Check AvailabilityMako Hole is known for Tuna. Other species include Mako, Bluefin, Mahi, Dorado, Skippie.
Mako Hole is located 11 nm NW (300 degrees T) of "Texas Tower" spot. The nearest departure point is Barnegat Inlet.
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