Hopkins Pond

Hopkins Pond north of Debec Pond is a pond in Penobscot County, Maine and covers about 429 acres, with a deepest recorded spot of 65 feet.

How the Size and Shape of Hopkins Pond Affect Fishing

Hopkins Pond north of Debec 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 Hopkins Pond

Fish reported from Hopkins Pond north of Debec Pond include landlocked Atlantic salmon, brook trout, and lake trout.

Trout

For trout in Hopkins north of Debec, 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 Hopkins north of Debec, troll a smelt-colored streamer, thin spoon or small minnow plug for landlocked salmon and jig or troll a spoon or minnow-shaped lure in cold, deep water for lake trout.

How the Seasons Change Hopkins Pond

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

A Simple Plan for Fishing Hopkins Pond

When you first fish Hopkins north of Debec, 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 Hopkins Pond

A medium spinning rod covers most casting at Hopkins north of Debec, while a second rod with enough line and weight to reach deep water is useful for salmon and togue.

Hopkins Pond FAQs

Where should an angler start on the 429-acre Hopkins Pond north of Debec Pond?

On Hopkins north of Debec, 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 65-foot deep end of Hopkins Pond north of Debec Pond?

Not every trip. A better place on Hopkins north of Debec 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 Hopkins Pond north of Debec Pond?

Landlocked Atlantic salmon is on the fish list for Hopkins north of Debec, so start with a bait made for that fish instead of guessing at a species that may not be there.