Bates Pond

Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond is a lake in the Northeastern Connecticut region, but a dependable acreage figure was not found. A dependable maximum-depth figure was not found for Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond, so it should not be guessed from a similarly named water.

What to Expect at Bates Pond

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond, the safest approach is to read the water in front of you instead of assuming it fishes like another lake with the same name.

Fish and Useful Baits at Bates Pond

Fish reported from Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond include bluegill and largemouth bass.

Bass

Low light favors a topwater or spinnerbait for Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond largemouth; brighter conditions call for a slower presentation beside cover.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

Use a tiny jig or natural bait under a float when fishing Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond for bluegill and related sunfish.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Bates Pond

Begin with the most obvious depth change on Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond. Then compare vegetation, shaded shoreline and firm-bottom changes around Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond before searching open water.

When to Fish Bates Pond

Early spring on Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond calls for a slow presentation near the first break outside protected water. At midday in summer, Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond anglers should slow down beside shade, weeds or a nearby depth change. Fall on Bates Pond south of Lisbon Pond is a good time for small crankbaits and swimbaits around moving forage.