First Pond

First Pond is a pond in Hancock County, Maine and covers about 207 acres, with a deepest recorded spot of 37 feet.

What to Expect at First Pond

First Pond is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Useful Baits at First Pond

Fish reported from First Pond include brook trout, brown bullhead, largemouth bass, and pumpkinseed.

Bass

For largemouth bass in First, fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait or jig, then slow down with a Texas-rigged worm.

Perch and Sunfish

For panfish in First, use a worm or tiny jig near weeds and shade for pumpkinseed.

Bullheads

For brown bullheads in First, put a nightcrawler or small piece of cut bait on the bottom in quiet water, especially after sunset.

Trout

For trout in First, try a small spoon, inline spinner, streamer or worm near cool incoming water for brook trout.

A Simple Fishing Plan for First Pond

When you first fish First, 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.

When to Fish First Pond

Spring on First is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall on First can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.