Dog Lump
Reef off the New Jersey coast
Location
About This Ground
Considerable lump with an iregular shape that follows the 60 feet depth line. A little more than 2 nautical miles from the South edge of the Great Egg Reef. 14 nautical miles offshore (90 degrees T) from Corson Inlet. Diamond jigs and bucktails work well on the structure.
The bottom characteristics are sandy material.
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 |
| Bluefish | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | 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 Dog Lump
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Beach blitz proximity
The Gambler
point-pleasant-beach
- ✓Family operation since 1949
- ✓Widest party boat in class
Miss Chris Boats
Cape May
- ✓Three daily departure times
- ✓Air-conditioned 80-foot vessel
Highroller Fishing
Atlantic City
- ✓No Seasick Guarantee
- ✓Only back bay party boat in AC
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Check AvailabilityOffshore Tackle for Dog Lump
Offshore tackle for the canyons
Trusted by NJ charter captains
Recommended tackle for Bluefish and Tuna 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 Dog Lump?
Dog Lump is known for Bluefish, Tuna, Bonito, False Albacore.
How do I get to Dog Lump?
Dog Lump is located 2 nm from the South edge of the Great Egg Reef. The nearest departure point is Absecon Inlet.
What makes Dog Lump 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
- 2 nm from the South edge of the Great Egg Reef
- Size
- 561 acres
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Fishing Reports
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