Storm Pond

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

What to Expect at Storm Pond

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Storm 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 Storm Pond

Fish reported from Storm Pond include black crappie, bluegill, chain pickerel, channel catfish, largemouth bass, and yellow perch.

Bass

Low light favors a topwater or spinnerbait for Storm Pond largemouth; brighter conditions call for a slower presentation beside cover.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

Crappie anglers on Storm Pond should count the jig down beside brush until the holding depth becomes clear. A small float, light line and a piece of worm are enough for Storm Pond bluegill around cover. Perch anglers on Storm Pond should stay mobile until several bites come from the same depth.

Chain Pickerel

A spoon or compact swimbait worked beside weeds is a practical chain pickerel choice on Storm Pond.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Storm Pond

Use a moving lure to locate the first active stretch, then slow down on the exact cover that produced a bite on Storm Pond. Then compare the incoming-water end of Storm Pond with the dam side and any point that reaches the old channel.

When to Fish Storm Pond

Early spring on Storm Pond calls for a slow presentation near the first break outside protected water. At midday in summer, Storm Pond anglers should slow down beside shade, weeds or a nearby depth change. Fall on Storm Pond is a good time for small crankbaits and swimbaits around moving forage.