Lump off the New Jersey coast
ODAS is an offshore data buoy location in NJ waters that has become a productive fishing ground. Oceanographic buoys attract baitfish, creating consistent action for bluefish, bonito, false albacore, and tuna in the surface layer. Bottom structure beneath the buoy holds sea bass and tautog. A reliable target for offshore boats.
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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 |
| Bluefish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Black Sea Bass | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Most charters depart from Belmar - Closest to offshore canyons
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Check AvailabilityODAS "44066 is known for Tuna, Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore, Sea Bass.
Lumps are elevated bottom features that concentrate fish. They are productive for both bottom fishing and trolling.
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