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Mako Hotel

Canyon off the New Jersey coast

4,450 acresArea
7Species
OffshoreRegion

Location

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About This Ground

An area 26 nautical miles SE (125 degrees T) of Y"HA" buoy which separates Hudson Canyon and Ambrose traffic, follows the 30 fathom depth line. Look for temperature breaks and color changes at the canyon walls.

The surrounding area is plenty of good spots and wreecks. Northern of it is plain and without any prime fishing area. The surrounding area is characterized with sandy material as a bottom type.

Target Species

BluefishTunaSharksBillfishMarlinBonitoFalse Albacore

Best Times to Fish

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SpeciesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Yellowfin & Bluefin TunaOffOffOffOffGoodPeakPeakPeakPeakGoodOffOff
BluefishOffOffOffGoodPeakPeakPeakPeakPeakGoodOffOff
SharksOffOffOffOffGoodPeakPeakPeakPeakGoodOffOff
Billfish (Marlin & Swordfish)OffOffOffOffOffGoodPeakPeakPeakGoodOffOff
Bonito & False AlbacoreOffOffOffOffOffOffGoodPeakPeakPeakGoodOff
Peak Season
Good Season
Off Season

Bottom Composition

sand

Charters to Fish Mako Hotel

Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Beach blitz proximity

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The Gambler

point-pleasant-beach

Party Boat
  • ✓Family operation since 1949
  • ✓Widest party boat in class
$60/person$

Miss Chris Boats

Cape May

Party Boat
  • ✓Three daily departure times
  • ✓Air-conditioned 80-foot vessel
$50/person$

Highroller Fishing

Atlantic City

Party Boat
  • ✓No Seasick Guarantee
  • ✓Only back bay party boat in AC
$50/person$

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Offshore Tackle for Mako Hotel

Offshore tackle for the canyons

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Recommended tackle for Bluefish and Tuna fishing.

Chunking Rod

Heavy live-bait rod for chunking yellowfin off the Mud Hole.

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Penn

Penn Slammer III Chunking Rod

$200-350
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Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can I catch at Mako Hotel?

Mako Hotel is known for Bluefish, Tuna, Sharks, Billfish, Marlin, Bonito, False Albacore.

How do I get to Mako Hotel?

Mako Hotel is located 26 nm SE (125 degrees T) of Y"HA" buoy which separates Hudson Canyon and Ambrose traffic, follows the 30 fathom depth line.

What makes Mako Hotel a good fishing spot?

Canyons are deep-water features that concentrate baitfish and predators. They require offshore-capable vessels and are best fished from charter boats.

Early Morning Trip?

Stay near Cape May marina for 4-5 AM departures.

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Quick Info

Type
Canyon
Location
26 nm SE (125 degrees T) of Y"HA" buoy which separates Hudson Canyon and Ambrose traffic, follows the 30 fathom depth line
Size
4,450 acres

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Fishing Reports

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