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Fluke (summer flounder) are a highly sought-after recreational species along the Northeast Atlantic coast, prized for their mild, firm white flesh and accessible inshore waters. Anglers target them from boats, piers, and shorelines, primarily during the summer months (June–September) when fluke move into shallow bays, estuaries, and coastal channels to feed.

Key hotspots include New Jersey’s Barnegat and Raritan Bays, Long Island’s south shore bays in New York, Long Island Sound in Connecticut, Cape Cod and the islands in Massachusetts, southern coastal bays of Maine, and Narragansett Bay and Block Island Sound in Rhode Island.

Fishing techniques generally involve bottom drifting, jigging, or using light tackle with live or artificial baits such as minnows, squid, or clams. States regulate fluke with size and bag limits to maintain healthy populations, making it important for anglers to follow local rules.

Overall, fluke fishing offers reliable summer action across the Northeast, combining accessible inshore waters with excellent opportunities for tasty catches for both novice and experienced anglers.

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Fluke (summer flounder) Videos, Tutorials, and Northeast Angling Shows