Third Saint John Pond

Third Saint John Pond is a pond in Somerset County, Maine and covers about 221 acres, with a deepest recorded spot of 14 feet.

What to Expect at Third Saint John Pond

Third Saint John 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 Saint John Pond

Fish reported from Third Saint John Pond include brook trout, brown bullhead, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch.

Perch and Sunfish

For panfish in Third Saint John, use a worm or tiny jig near weeds and shade for pumpkinseed, and fish a small jig, minnow or worm close to the bottom for yellow perch.

Bullheads

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

Trout

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

A Simple Fishing Plan for Third Saint John Pond

When you first fish Third Saint John, 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 Saint John Pond

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