Hambone
Reef off the New Jersey coast
Location
About This Ground
Irregularly shaped lump almost 4 nautical miles SW (240 degrees T) of th SW corner of AC Reef. Ranges from 70 to 54 feet deep Check tide chartsâfish are most active during water movement.
The bottom characteristics are essentially sandy material.
Target Species
Best Times to Fish
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 |
| Bonito & False Albacore | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Off | Good | Peak | Peak | Peak | Good | Off |
Bottom Composition
Charters to Fish Hambone
Most charters depart from point-pleasant-beach - Beach blitz proximity
The Gambler
point-pleasant-beach
- âFamily operation since 1949
- âWidest party boat in class
Miss Chris Boats
Cape May
- âThree daily departure times
- âAir-conditioned 80-foot vessel
Highroller Fishing
Atlantic City
- âNo Seasick Guarantee
- âOnly back bay party boat in AC
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Check AvailabilityOffshore Tackle for Hambone
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 â Adjustable Rod Holder Fighting Belt for Offshore & Saltwater â EVA Padded Harness with Stainless Steel Gimbal â 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 Hambone?
Hambone is known for Bluefish, Tuna, Bonito, False Albacore.
How do I get to Hambone?
Hambone is located 4 nm SW (240 degrees T) of th SW corner of AC Reef.
What makes Hambone 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
- Location
- 4 nm SW (240 degrees T) of th SW corner of AC Reef
- Size
- 445 acres
Fishing Reports
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