Westons Mill Pond

Set in New Jersey, United States, Westons Mill Pond is a reservoir that holds the typical mix of warm-water and cool-water species you'd expect for the area. Anglers fishing Westons Mill Pond usually focus their effort on transitions: the edges of weed beds, points that stick out into deeper water, and the shaded sides of any inflow. Early morning and the last hour of light tend to be the most productive windows on a body of water this size.

Location

40.4681, -74.4257 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Chain pickerelLargemouth bassYellow perchBlack crappieBluegillYellow bullhead

Fishing Techniques

• For Chain pickerel

  Use a wire leader to prevent bite-offs due to pickerel's sharp teeth, and vary your retrieve speed until you find what they're hitting.

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

• For Yellow perch

  When perch are finicky, downsize your bait or lure and use lighter line to increase your chances of getting a bite. Focus on areas near weed beds or drop-offs as they often hold schools of perch.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Westons Mill Pond.

Plan Your Trip

Planning a trip to Westons Mill Pond? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. United States regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Westons Mill Pond — confirm them ahead of time.

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