Willard Pond

Set in New Hampshire, United States, Willard Pond is a pond that holds the typical mix of warm-water and cool-water species you'd expect for the area. Anglers fishing Willard 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

43.0224, -72.0160 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Brook troutRainbow troutYellow perchSmallmouth bassLargemouth bass

Fishing Techniques

• For Brook trout

  Fish upstream, casting into pools and runs, allowing your bait or lure to drift naturally with the current for best results.

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• 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 Willard Pond.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Willard Pond, make sure your licence covers New Hampshire, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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