Plain Area off the New Jersey coast
The Funnel is an offshore bottom feature in NJ waters where converging currents concentrate baitfish and create productive fishing conditions. The funnel-shaped structure directs water movement, making it a reliable spot for bluefish and bonito on the surface and sea bass on the bottom. Charter boats departing the NJ coast target this area during summer and fall fishing seasons.
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| 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 |
| Bluefish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
| Black Sea Bass | Off | Off | Off | Off | Peak | Peak | Good | Good | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Most charters depart from Belmar - Closest to offshore canyons
Atlantic City
Belmar
Belmar
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Check AvailabilityThe Funnel is known for Tuna, Bluefish, Bonito, False Albacore, Sea Bass.
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