Christensen’s Pond

Christensen’s Pond covers 1.5 acres in Connecticut's Capitol region. A dependable maximum-depth figure was not found for Christensen’s Pond, so it should not be guessed from a similarly named water.

What to Expect at Christensen’s Pond

Because Christensen’s Pond is only 1.5 acres, a careful bank-by-bank approach is more useful than constant moving.

Fish and Useful Baits at Christensen’s Pond

Fish reported from Christensen’s Pond include bluegill, brown bullhead, largemouth bass, longear sunfish, and rainbow trout.

Bass

Largemouth bass in Christensen’s Pond can be searched with a spinnerbait before a Texas-rigged worm is worked through the best cover.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

A small float, light line and a piece of worm are enough for Christensen’s Pond bluegill around cover.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

Brown bullheads in Christensen’s Pond are best approached with a worm or small piece of cut bait on bottom.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Christensen’s Pond

Start with a moving lure, then slow down on the best feature on Christensen’s Pond. Then compare vegetation, shaded shoreline and firm-bottom changes around Christensen’s Pond before searching open water.

When to Fish Christensen’s Pond

On Christensen’s Pond, spring fish often move onto protected banks before the open basin warms. Summer fishing on Christensen’s Pond is usually best at low light, beside shade or along the outside edge of healthy cover. During fall at Christensen’s Pond, revisit creek mouths and main points with baitfish-sized lures.