Joslyn Pond

Joslyn Pond is a lake in Lackawanna County, but a dependable surface-area figure was not found. Dependable maximum-depth and storage-volume figures were not found for Joslyn Pond, so neither should be estimated from a similarly named lake.

What to Expect at Joslyn Pond

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Joslyn 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 Joslyn Pond

Fish reported from Joslyn Pond include bluegill, brown bullhead, largemouth bass, and longear sunfish.

Bass

For Joslyn Pond largemouth, use a shallow crankbait or swim jig to locate fish, then slow down with a jig or soft plastic.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

Bluegill and other sunfish in Joslyn Pond take worms, crickets and tiny jigs along shade and vegetation.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

Bullheads at Joslyn Pond will take worms and small pieces of cut bait presented close to soft bottom.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Joslyn Pond

Begin at a point or shoreline turn and work from shallow water toward the first useful depth change on Joslyn Pond. Then compare natural weed edges, shaded shoreline and changes from soft to firm bottom around Joslyn Pond before searching the middle.

When to Fish Joslyn Pond

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