Arnold Ponds

Arnold Ponds is a lake in Connecticut's Capitol region, but a dependable acreage figure was not found. A dependable maximum-depth figure was not found for Arnold Ponds, so it should not be guessed from a similarly named water.

What to Expect at Arnold Ponds

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Arnold Ponds, 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 Arnold Ponds

Fish reported from Arnold Ponds include bluegill and largemouth bass.

Bass

Low light favors a topwater or spinnerbait for Arnold Ponds largemouth; brighter conditions call for a slower presentation beside cover.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

Bluegill in Arnold Ponds are practical targets with a worm or small jig suspended beside shallow cover.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Arnold Ponds

Let the first repeated bite identify the useful depth on Arnold Ponds. Then compare vegetation, shaded shoreline and firm-bottom changes around Arnold Ponds before searching open water.

When to Fish Arnold Ponds

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