Slough Inshore
Reef off the New Jersey coast
Location
About This Ground
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 chartsâfish 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
Click a species row to see fishing methods, regulations, and tips.
| 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 |
Bottom Composition
Charters to Fish Slough Inshore
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Beach blitz proximity
The Gambler
point-pleasant-beach
- âFamily operation since 1949
- âWidest party boat in class
Miss Chris Boats
Cape May
- âThree daily departure times
- âAir-conditioned 80-foot vessel
Highroller Fishing
Atlantic City
- âNo Seasick Guarantee
- âOnly back bay party boat in AC
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Check AvailabilityOffshore 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.

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)

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
Spreader Bar
Tuna trolling spreader bars. Short side, long side rigging-ready.

BLUEWING
BLUEWING 18" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Port Walker Offshore Trolling Spreader Bar with 9" Bulb Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Pink

BLUEWING
BLUEWING 36in 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, Green
Fighting Belt + Harness
Padded gimbal belt + back harness for the long fight on offshore tuna.

GAFFER SPORTFISHING
GAFFER SPORTFISHING Adjustable Fishing Belt & Shoulder Harness with Rod Holder, Foam-Padded Fighting Harness, Durable Offshore Saltwater Stand-Up Belt for Big Game Fishing â Blue

GAFFER SPORTFISHING
GAFFER SPORTFISHING Wide Body Fishing Belt â Adjustable Rod Holder Fighting Belt for Offshore & Saltwater â EVA Padded Harness with Stainless Steel Gimbal â Deep Sea Fishing Gear | Blue
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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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