Bear Pond

Bear Pond is a lake in Sussex County, but a dependable acreage figure was not found. Dependable maximum-depth and storage-volume figures were not found for Bear Pond, so those measurements should not be guessed.

What to Expect at Bear Pond

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Bear Pond, the safest approach is to read the water in front of you instead of assuming it fishes like another lake with the same name.

Fish and Useful Baits at Bear Pond

Fish reported from Bear Pond include bluegill and largemouth bass.

Bass

When largemouth bass hold tight to cover on Bear Pond, a compact jig or weedless worm is more useful than repeated open-water casts.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

A small float, light line and a piece of worm are enough for Bear Pond bluegill around cover.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Bear Pond

Start with an easy-to-repeat feature, such as a point, creek turn or outside weed edge on Bear Pond. Then compare vegetation, shaded shoreline and changes from soft to firm bottom around Bear Pond before searching open water.

When to Fish Bear Pond

On Bear Pond, spring fish often move onto protected banks before the open basin warms. Summer fishing on Bear Pond is usually best at low light, beside shade or along the outside edge of healthy cover. During fall at Bear Pond, revisit creek mouths and main points with baitfish-sized lures.