Reef off the New Jersey coast
A big area next to sit #11 Reef. Covers all the 60 feet depth line and is less deep in its northern portion. Also it has a sheyy bottom type. Work the reef edges where predators ambush baitfish.
The surrounding characteristics are composed by sandy and shelly material as a bottom type.
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Sea Bass | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
| Tautog (Blackfish) | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good |
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Check AvailabilityMussel Beds is known for Sea Bass, Tautog.
Mussel Beds is accessible from Cape May Inlet. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
Reef structures provide habitat for a variety of species. Artificial reefs are regularly stocked and monitored by NJ Fish & Wildlife.
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