Hawthorne Lake

Hawthorne Lake 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 Hawthorne Lake, so those measurements should not be guessed.

What to Expect at Hawthorne Lake

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Hawthorne Lake, 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 Hawthorne Lake

Fish reported from Hawthorne Lake include bluegill and largemouth bass.

Bass

A spinnerbait, square-bill and Texas rig cover the most useful largemouth situations on Hawthorne Lake.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

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

A Simple Fishing Plan for Hawthorne Lake

Compare one protected bank with one windblown bank before deciding which side deserves the afternoon on Hawthorne Lake. Then compare vegetation, shaded shoreline and changes from soft to firm bottom around Hawthorne Lake before searching open water.

When to Fish Hawthorne Lake

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