Slough off the New Jersey coast
A slough in the southeast corner of the Site 10 Reef, following the 60-foot depth contour and deepening to 62 feet in the cuts. Site 10 is one of New Jersey's official artificial reef zones, and its structure attracts a steady mix of inshore species. Fluke and sea bass are the main targets at this depth; summer provides peak action on both simultaneously. The eastern portion of this slough angles toward open water, creating good drift opportunities across the reef edge. Charter departures from Cape May Inlet reach this ground quickly. The southeastern exposure means an afternoon sea breeze can build short chop — plan for an early start in summer.
The surrounding area is characterized by sandy and gravel material as a bottom type.
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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 |
| 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 |
| Weakfish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Off | Off | Off | Off |
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Check AvailabilityCape May Site-10 Reef East Slough — 60ft is known for Fluke (Summer Flounder), Sea Bass, Weakfish, Tautog.
Cape May Site-10 Reef East Slough — 60ft is accessible from Cape May Inlet. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
Sloughs are underwater valleys that channel water and baitfish, attracting predatory species.
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