Reef off the New Jersey coast
Irregularly shaped lump going 5 nautical miles E (90 degrees T) of Mantoloking (sewer). 2 nautical miles from the East edge of Alex Carlson Reef. It covers the 60 feet depth line. Work the reef edges where predators ambush baitfish.
The surrounding area is gravel and sandy material.
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Summer Flounder (Fluke) | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Most charters depart from Barnegat Light - Prime bay fishing access
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Check AvailabilityManasquan Ridge is known for Fluke (Summer Flounder), Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore.
Manasquan Ridge is located 5 nm E (90 degrees T) of Mantoloking (sewer). The nearest departure point is Manasquan Inlet.
Reef structures provide habitat for a variety of species. Artificial reefs are regularly stocked and monitored by NJ Fish & Wildlife.
Check recent reports to see what's biting at Manasquan Ridge.
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