Reef off the New Jersey coast
The lump recives this name because it is an extension of the Sea Girt Reef. Placed in the offshore southern edge of it. Follows the 60 feet depth line and goes till 51 feet deep. Diamond jigs and bucktails work well on the structure.
The surrounding area is formed by the Reef in the inshore part and plain in the offshore part of it. The surrounding area is characterized with sandy material as a bottom type but some local area with shelly and gravel material.
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| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Flounder (Fluke) | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Off |
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Recommended tackle for Fluke (Summer Flounder) fishing.
Medium-power 7 ft rod + 3000-class reel. Stripers, fluke, and weakies.

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1/2 to 2 oz bucktails for fluking the channels and bridge pilings.
Topwater plugs for blitzing stripers at sunrise off the inlet.

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Paddle-tail and shad-style plastics for snapper blues and fluke.

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3-4 tray bag built to walk jetties without snagging or dumping.

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Reef lump is known for Fluke (Summer Flounder).
Reef lump is accessible from Manasquan 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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