Hole off the New Jersey coast
A spot within the Souther portion of "Glory Hole" spot. Called "The Point" because the 25-35-40 fathom depth line converge at this point. Wire leaders are essential—bluefish have razor-sharp teeth.
The surrounding area is the "Glory Hole spot. With muddy in the bottom material as a characteristics.
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 |
| 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 |
| Billfish (Marlin & Swordfish) | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off | Off |
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Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Bluefish and Tuna 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

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

BLUEWING

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

GAFFER SPORTFISHING

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The Point is known for Bluefish, Tuna, Sharks, Billfish, Marlin.
The Point is accessible from Manasquan Inlet. Check with local charter captains for precise navigation coordinates.
Check recent reports to see what's biting at The Point.
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