Canyon off the New Jersey coast
A lump shaped like a gung pointing to NJ. About 11 nautical miles NW (30 degrees T) from the top of the Hudson Canyon spot. Named because of the tower ruins submerged there. Early morning and late afternoon produce the best action.
The bottom characteristics of surrounding area is sandy.
Click a species row to see fishing methods, regulations, and tips.
| 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 |
| Sharks | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Billfish (Marlin & Swordfish) | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Cod | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak |
Offshore tackle for the canyons
Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Cod and Pollock fishing.
50-class conventional combo for tuna trolling at the Hudson Canyon.
Heavy live-bait rod for chunking yellowfin off the Mud Hole.
4-8 oz slow-pitch and speed jigs for tuna and offshore bottom.

CAPT JAY FISHING

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

BLUEWING

BLUEWING
Padded gimbal belt + back harness for the long fight on offshore tuna.

GAFFER SPORTFISHING

QWUUYEC
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Texas Tower is known for Cod, Pollock, Tuna, Sharks, Billfish, Marlin, Red Hake.
Texas Tower is located 11 nm NW (30 degrees T) from the top of the Hudson Canyon spot.
Canyons are deep-water features that concentrate baitfish and predators. They require offshore-capable vessels and are best fished from charter boats.
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