Atlantic City Ridge
Reef off the New Jersey coast
Location
About This Ground
A very big lump 7 nautical miles NE (25 degrees T) of the Deepwater Reef touching its NE corner. Work the reef edges where predators ambush baitfish.
Target Species
Best Times to Fish
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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 |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Bottom Composition
Charters to Fish Atlantic City Ridge
Most charters depart from Belmar - Closest to offshore canyons
Moover Fishing Adventures
Atlantic City
- ✓Bay trips to 36-hour canyon expeditions
- ✓Shark trip specialists ($1,850)
Golden Eagle
Belmar
- ✓State-of-the-art electronics
- ✓Full galley service
Canyon Eagle I
Belmar
- ✓Offshore canyon specialists
- ✓24-hour expedition capability
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Check AvailabilityOffshore Tackle for Atlantic City Ridge
Offshore tackle for the canyons
Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Tuna and Bonito fishing.
Trolling Rod & Reel Combo
50-class conventional combo for tuna trolling at the Hudson Canyon.
Chunking Rod
Heavy live-bait rod for chunking yellowfin off the Mud Hole.
Offshore Speed Jig
4-8 oz slow-pitch and speed jigs for tuna and offshore bottom.
Ghanneey
Ghanneey 5pcs Fishing Jigs with Two Assist Hooks Glow Vertical Jigs Fall Side Speed Lure Slow Fast Pitch Flat Saltwater for Tuna Salmon Kingfish Bass 60g
Jiatai Fishing
2Pcs Slow Pitch Jigs Lures Fishing Jigs Saltwater Speed Jigging Slow with Butterfly Hook Fishing Lures Sinking Metal Spoons for Saltwater Fishing (80g)
Spreader Bar
Tuna trolling spreader bars. Short side, long side rigging-ready.
BLUEWING
BLUEWING 36" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Formation with 9" Floating Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod Offshore Spreader Bar for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Green
BLUEWING
BLUEWING 18" Upgraded Fishing Spreader Bar Port Walker Offshore Trolling Spreader Bar with 9" Bulb Squids and 316 Stainless Steel Rod for Wahoo Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi, Black/Purple
Fighting Belt + Harness
Padded gimbal belt + back harness for the long fight on offshore tuna.
GAFFER SPORTFISHING
GAFFER SPORTFISHING Wide Body Fishing Belt – Adjustable Rod Holder Fighting Belt for Offshore & Saltwater – EVA Padded Harness with Stainless Steel Gimbal – Deep Sea Fishing Gear | Blue
SANLIKE
SAN LIKE Fishing Rod Holder - Adjustable Aluminum Waist Fighting Belt, Stand-up Offshore Gimbal Padded (Black)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can I catch at Atlantic City Ridge?
Atlantic City Ridge is known for Tuna, Bonito, False Albacore.
How do I get to Atlantic City Ridge?
Atlantic City Ridge is located 7 nm NE (25 degrees T) of the Deepwater Reef touching its NE corner. The nearest departure point is Absecon Inlet.
What makes Atlantic City Ridge a good fishing spot?
Reef structures provide habitat for a variety of species. Artificial reefs are regularly stocked and monitored by NJ Fish & Wildlife.
Quick Info
- Type
- Reef
- Nearest Inlet
- Absecon Inlet
- Location
- 7 nm NE (25 degrees T) of the Deepwater Reef touching its NE corner
- Size
- 86 acres
Similar Species
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Fishing Reports
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