Swordens Pond

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

What to Expect at Swordens Pond

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Swordens 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 Swordens Pond

Fish reported from Swordens Pond include bluegill and largemouth bass.

Bass

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

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

Bluegill in Swordens Pond are practical targets with a worm or small jig suspended beside shallow cover.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Swordens Pond

Begin with the first clear depth change, then test nearby wood, weeds or rock instead of making random casts on Swordens Pond. Then compare vegetation, shaded shoreline and changes from soft to firm bottom around Swordens Pond before searching open water.

When to Fish Swordens Pond

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