Reynolds Lake is a reservoir in Sussex County, but a dependable acreage figure was not found. Dependable maximum-depth and storage-volume figures were not found for Reynolds Lake, so those measurements should not be guessed.
What to Expect at Reynolds Lake
Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Reynolds 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 Reynolds Lake
Fish reported from Reynolds Lake include black crappie, bluegill, chain pickerel, channel catfish, largemouth bass, and yellow perch.
Bass
For Reynolds Lake largemouth, use a shallow crankbait or swim jig to locate fish, then slow down with a jig or soft plastic.
Crappie, Perch and Sunfish
Crappie at Reynolds Lake respond to a small jig or live minnow beside brush and suspended cover. Use a tiny jig or natural bait under a float when fishing Reynolds Lake for bluegill and related sunfish. A small minnow or worm on a light rig fits yellow perch fishing at Reynolds Lake.
Chain Pickerel
For Reynolds Lake pickerel, cover weed edges with a flashy moving lure and use a short leader when bite-offs become common.
A Simple Fishing Plan for Reynolds Lake
Begin with the first clear depth change, then test nearby wood, weeds or rock instead of making random casts on Reynolds Lake. Then compare the incoming-water end of Reynolds Lake with the dam side and any point that reaches the old channel.
When to Fish Reynolds Lake
On Reynolds Lake, spring fish often move onto protected banks before the open basin warms. Summer fishing on Reynolds Lake is usually best at low light, beside shade or along the outside edge of healthy cover. During fall at Reynolds Lake, revisit creek mouths and main points with baitfish-sized lures.
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Distances are straight-line estimates between mapped water locations.