Crescent Pond

Crescent Pond southeast of Upper Russell Pond is a pond in Piscataquis County, Maine and covers about 318 acres, with a deepest recorded spot of 68 feet.

How the Size and Shape of Crescent Pond Affect Fishing

Crescent Pond southeast of Upper Russell Pond is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Baits at Crescent Pond

Fish reported from Crescent Pond southeast of Upper Russell Pond include brook trout, cusk, and lake trout.

Trout

For trout in Crescent southeast of Upper Russell, try a small spoon, inline spinner, streamer or worm near cool incoming water for brook trout.

Salmon, Lake Trout and Other Deep-Water Fish

For deep-water fish in Crescent southeast of Upper Russell, jig or troll a spoon or minnow-shaped lure in cold, deep water for lake trout and fish a jig or natural bait on the bottom in cold water or after dark for cusk.

How the Seasons Change Crescent Pond

Spring on Crescent southeast of Upper Russell is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer fishing is usually better in cooler, deeper water. Fall on Crescent southeast of Upper Russell can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

A Simple Plan for Fishing Crescent Pond

When you first fish Crescent southeast of Upper Russell, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

Useful Tackle for Crescent Pond

A medium spinning rod covers most casting at Crescent southeast of Upper Russell, while a second rod with enough line and weight to reach deep water is useful for togue.

Crescent Pond FAQs

Where should an angler start on the 318-acre Crescent Pond southeast of Upper Russell Pond?

On Crescent southeast of Upper Russell, pick one cove and the closest point or drop into deep water, then fish that small area well before making a long move.

Should anglers fish the 68-foot deep end of Crescent Pond southeast of Upper Russell Pond?

Not every trip. A better place on Crescent southeast of Upper Russell is where a point, drop-off or group of baitfish gives the fish a reason to stop.

Which reported fish is a simple first target at Crescent Pond southeast of Upper Russell Pond?

Brook trout is on the fish list for Crescent southeast of Upper Russell, so start with a bait made for that fish instead of guessing at a species that may not be there.