Plain Area off the New Jersey coast
4 nautical miles long area starting N of the Shark River Inlet runs N of the Inlet from the beach to the 60 feet depth line. Southern part has 2 obstructions. Bucktails tipped with Gulp or strip baits are deadly for fluke.
The surrounding area is characterized by sandy and pebble 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 |
| Scup (Porgy) | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off | Off |
Most charters depart from Barnegat Light - Prime bay fishing access
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Check AvailabilityThe Hills is known for Fluke (Summer Flounder), Sea Bass, Tautog, Scup (Porgy).
The Hills is accessible from Shark River. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
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