Coldrain Pond

Coldrain Pond covers 18 acres in Strafford County, New Hampshire. At this Coldrain fishery, the recorded maximum depth at the pond is 16 feet.

What to Expect at Coldrain Pond

On this 18-acre Coldrain basin, the verified 16-foot maximum gives the pond enough depth for fish to move away from the bank without turning the lake into a purely open-water fishery.

Fish and Useful Baits at Coldrain Pond

For Coldrain in Strafford County, fish reported from the pond include brook trout and yellow perch. At this Coldrain fishery, stocking also supports brook trout already reported from the pond. On this 18-acre Coldrain basin, stocking describes management activity at the pond; it does not guarantee those fish at every spot or on every trip.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

For Coldrain in Strafford County, perch anglers on the pond should stay mobile until several bites come from the same depth.

Trout

For brook trout at this Coldrain fishery, use a small spoon, inline spinner, trout magnet or natural bait on light line. On this 18-acre Coldrain basin, trout often move from shallow spring water toward cooler or deeper water in the pond as temperatures rise.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Coldrain Pond

For Coldrain in Strafford County, begin with one moving lure and one slower follow-up bait on the pond. At this Coldrain fishery, compare vegetation, shade and firm-bottom changes around the pond before searching open water.

When to Fish Coldrain Pond

On this 18-acre Coldrain basin, early spring on the pond calls for a slow presentation near the first break outside protected water. For Coldrain in Strafford County, at midday in summer, anglers there should slow down beside shade, weeds or a nearby depth change. At this Coldrain fishery, fall on the pond is a good time for small crankbaits and swimbaits around moving forage.