Fluke Fishing in New Jersey

The state's vast stretch of coastline, productive offshore structure, and massive party boat fleet combine to create the premier Summer Flounder destination in the country. Party boats from Sandy Hook to Cape May run dedicated fluking trips all summer long, and the competition among captains to put their anglers on the biggest fish is fierce.

The fishing grounds are legendary. The Mud Hole, a deep depression off the northern Jersey coast, consistently produces oversized fluke. Shrewsbury Rocks, the offshore lumps, and the artificial reef sites hold fish throughout the season. Party boats drift these areas in 30 to 80 feet of water, with the deeper structure typically holding the largest fish.