Third Pond

Third Pond is a pond in Hancock County, Maine and covers about 236 acres, with a deepest recorded spot of 35 feet.

What to Expect at Third Pond

Third 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 Third Pond

Fish reported from Third Pond include landlocked Atlantic salmon, brook trout, brown bullhead, pumpkinseed, and white perch.

Perch and Sunfish

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

Bullheads

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

Trout

For trout in Third, 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 Third, troll a smelt-colored streamer, thin spoon or small minnow plug for landlocked salmon and use a small jig, minnow or worm when white perch gather over deep flats and drop-offs.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Third Pond

When you first fish Third, 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 Third Pond

Spring on Third 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 Third can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.