Canyon off the New Jersey coast
A huge area that goes from 100 fathom to 1000 fathom deep but the area it covers is so large that in comparison to the other canyons it has a moderate slope. 95 nautical miles SE (125 degrees T) offshore from Cape May Inlet. Look for temperature breaks and color changes at the canyon walls.
It has a regular shape till it arrives the next canyon going W and E directions.
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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 |
| 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 |
Most charters depart from Belmar - Closest to offshore canyons
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Check AvailabilityWilmington Canyon is known for Tuna, Sharks, Billfish, Marlin.
Wilmington Canyon is located 95 nm SE.
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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