Slough Inshore
Reef off the New Jersey coast
1,499 acresArea
4Species
North ShoreRegion
Location
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A perfect rectangular shaped spot. 7.5 nautical miles SE (102 degrees T) from the SE corner of Axel Carlson Reef. Covers part of the 90 feet depth line. Check tide charts—fish are most active during water movement.
The inmediate surrounds are plain but aprox. 4 nm arround of it there are lumps in the W and S part of it. The surrounding area is characterized with sandy material as a bottom type.
Target Species
Also caught here: Dolphin
Best Times to Fish
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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 |
| Sharks | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Peak Season
Good Season
Off Season
Bottom Composition
sand
Charters to Fish Slough Inshore
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Beach blitz proximity
The Gambler
point-pleasant-beach
- ✓Family operation since 1949
- ✓Widest party boat in class
$60/person$
Miss Chris Boats
Cape May
- ✓Three daily departure times
- ✓Air-conditioned 80-foot vessel
$50/person$
Highroller Fishing
Atlantic City
- ✓No Seasick Guarantee
- ✓Only back bay party boat in AC
$50/person$
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Offshore Tackle for Slough Inshore
Offshore tackle for the canyons
Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Bluefish and Sharks fishing.
Trolling Rod & Reel Combo
50-class conventional combo for tuna trolling at the Hudson Canyon.
Chunking Rod
Heavy live-bait rod for chunking yellowfin off the Mud Hole.
Offshore Speed Jig
4-8 oz slow-pitch and speed jigs for tuna and offshore bottom.
Ghanneey
Ghanneey 5pcs Fishing Jigs with Two Assist Hooks Glow Vertical Jigs Fall Side Speed Lure Slow Fast Pitch Flat Saltwater for Tuna Salmon Kingfish Bass 60g
$14.99
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Jiatai Fishing
2Pcs Slow Pitch Jigs Lures Fishing Jigs Saltwater Speed Jigging Slow with Butterfly Hook Fishing Lures Sinking Metal Spoons for Saltwater Fishing (80g)
$15.99
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Spreader Bar
Tuna trolling spreader bars. Short side, long side rigging-ready.
BLUEWING
BLUEWING 18in Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Port Canyon with 6in Floating Squids, Trolling Birds, Big Game Trolling Lure and 316 Stainless Steel Rod for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Yellow/Green
$89.99
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BLUEWING
BLUEWING 18" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Formation with 9" Floating Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod Offshore Spreader Bar for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Yellow/Green
$69.99
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Fighting Belt + Harness
Padded gimbal belt + back harness for the long fight on offshore tuna.
GAFFER SPORTFISHING
GAFFER SPORTFISHING Wide Body Fishing Belt – Adjustable Rod Holder Fighting Belt for Offshore & Saltwater – EVA Padded Harness with Stainless Steel Gimbal – Deep Sea Fishing Gear | Blue
$99.99
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GAFFER SPORTFISHING
GAFFER SPORTFISHING Wide Body Belt & Shoulder Harness Bundle - Offshore Rod Holder Fighting Belt & Adjustable Fishing Harness - Hands-Free Rod Support, EVA Padded Comfort, Stainless Steel Gimbals
$224.97
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at Slough Inshore?
Slough Inshore is known for Bluefish, Sharks, Bonito, False Albacore. Other species include Dolphin.
How do I get to Slough Inshore?
Slough Inshore is located 7.5 nm SE (102 degrees T) from the SE corner of Axel Carlson Reef. The nearest departure point is Manasquan Inlet.
What makes Slough Inshore a good fishing spot?
Reef structures provide habitat for a variety of species. Artificial reefs are regularly stocked and monitored by NJ Fish & Wildlife.
Quick Info
- Type
- Reef
- Nearest Inlet
- Manasquan Inlet
- Location
- 7.5 nm SE (102 degrees T) from the SE corner of Axel Carlson Reef
- Size
- 1,499 acres
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Fishing Reports
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