Description for Mountain Lake, Warren County, New Jersey. The month of August is always productive for smallmouths, although we have not always caught big ones. The current New Jersey State record weighed in at a whopping 42 lbs., 13 ounces. The fresh water record is held by John Christian, who was fishing from the shore of the Great Egg Harbor River in Mays Landing on April 26, 2002, when he caught the record bass. Work back slowly with lots of soft twitches. We either rented or I brought my Jon boat. The Essentials to Getting Started. It can happen. October 14, 2018 kenabeam. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). The current New Jersey State record weighed in at a whopping 42 lbs., 13 ounces. The agency is studying the age structure and growth rates of muskies at Wayne County's East Lynn Lake. So I loaded up my gear and headed out to Mountain Lake around 1pm eager to try my new Believer lure that my friend Pat Gallagher introduced me to the previous week. And if you really want to see some big fish, stay tuned for our upcoming gallery of record saltwater fish coming soon to nj.com. (source: NJ DEP), The New Jersey state record channel catfish caught by Howard Hudson in 1978 in Lake Hopatcong. Muskellunge Distribution Map There is actually a crane in the bottom somewhere. Yet this all can change during the magic time beginning at sunset and continuing until last light. the PA Fish and Boat Commission recently changed to only holdover Spring stocking to grow a bigger fish) we are stocking muskies in both spring and fall. The user is on notice that neither the State of NJ site nor its operators review any of the services, information and/or content from anything that may be linked to the State of NJ site for any reason. Restored c.1754 stone ironmaster's home associated with c.1741 Oxford Furnace.is open first and second Sundays, 1-4pm, for tours through Colonial and Victorian rooms with costumed docents. Select options. 1000 Rt. 4 - City of Passaic Department of Recreation. Focus on Fishing: Muskellunge Then when I got older we did some musky fishing there. $425,000. And, believe it or not, eels make their way up the Delaware from the Atlantic Ocean, many times well up into the Paulins Kill and Musconetcong. Good fishing locations are straightforward and fairly easy to locate. Fishing is relatively consistent from late spring to mid-fall, with September and October considered two of the best months. (source: NJ DEP), Billy Friedman landed this giant carp while fishing the South Branch of the Raritan River in 1995. A large male can be 40 inches and 15 pounds whereas females can reach 50 inches and 35 pounds. The lake does produce a fair number of musky but more northern pike. It could not have been easy to haul through a hole in the ice. Cast large in-line spinners over residual weeds, or during a calm evening after a warm day, tease bass by subtly twitching a Senko rigged Wacky. I began working the outer edge of a weed-bed that had a drop-off with my Believer Lure. All the laws (when applicable) as set forth in the most recent summary of the New Jersey Fishing Laws must be observed at all times. info@thefisherman.com Olive NJ and was once a small pond in the middle of a sand and gravel pit. Muskellunge Distribution Map Try breaking up retrieves by long pauses to mimic sunfish when using suspending varieties. Muskellunge: 10-12" (14,854) Cooper River Park (173) DOD Lake (228) Echo Lake Reservoir (532) Furnace Lake (100) Greenwood Lake (3,640) Lake Hopatcong (2,685) Lake Musconetcong (658 Tiger Musky only) Little Swartswood Related Sportsmens OrganizationChapter 22 Muskies Inc.Penn-Jersey Chapter Muskies Inc.Knee Deep ClubMuskies, Inc.(national), Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2020(pdf, 85kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2019(pdf, 65kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2018(pdf, 75kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2017(pdf, 90kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2016(pdf, 27kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2015(pdf, 23kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2014(pdf, 24kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2013(pdf, 16kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2012(pdf, 11kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2011(pdf, 11kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2010(pdf, 14kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2009(pdf, 12kb)Muskellunge Stocking Summary, 2008(pdf, 10kb), return toFantastic Fishing in New Jersey, Twitter There are special events throughout the year as well as programs for schools. The hatchery works closely in developing and protecting local fisheries with New Jersey Chapter 22 of Muskies, Inc., the national organization that works to improve the sport of catchingand releasing this largest, and relatively uncommon, member of the pike family of fish. and why did u paste a link to my boat jerseyhunter? If anyone would be willing to pm me a lake or two up north conducive to canoe . Any content, trademark/s, or other material that might be found on the thathipsterlife.com website that is not thathipsterlife.com property remains the copyright of its respective owner/s. The leaves are turning color, the nights are getting cooler and the Muskies are fired up! I have seen many around and over 50". The maximum depth is 12 feet, with an average depth of 7 feet. When they made it the Breeder santuary for the musky program, it went down hill. No yellow perch turned up during these efforts, either, though historically they have existed here. I live in Central NJ and I have a canoe. Catching a trophy muskellunge - or muskie - is one of the greatest thrills that can be experienced by any freshwater angler. musky parksville lake tennessee. Monksville Reservoir. Some stretches contain deep holes, gravel bars, weedbeds, islands, and tributary stream. The lake is worth more than the price. Sinai, NY 11766 Last Updated: On the other hand, if you can identify shallow water flats, especially those that are wind protected, you may be able to stay in the zone for hundreds of feet from the shoreline. as an active member. Tennessee Musky Guide. Overall activity increases and with it the chance of getting a strike increase. Box 402 Trenton, NJ 08625-0402 (source: NJ DEP), There are two separate records kept for carp in New Jersey: one for fish caught by rod and reel and another in the archery division. During April when most anglers at Mountain Lake are interested in trout, the possibility of catching the biggest bass might interest you. However, night fishing can also be productive. 973-428-2500. Known mostly for muskies, the lake is also a largemouth bass hotspot, and according to Pat Hamilton, NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife fisheries biologist, Pequest River watershed, black crappies here are well-established. Tiger Muskie/ Muskie? One key to muskie fishing is the retrieve. Our experience includes only one brown trout some years ago, caught on a fly rod, though Ive caught dozens of rainbow trout on salmon eggs in Warren Countys Pequest River. Nothing quite as enjoyable as taking the `Yak out on a nice, crisp, cloudy Fall day and having a go at the "fish of 10,000 casts. In this photo, David J. Payne of Plainfield, shows off his record-setting 6-pound, 13 ounce American eel caught in Round Valley Reservoir on June 4, 2005. 532 Try a 6-inch black wire leader attached via a barrel swivel (20 pounds or greater) on the terminal end of your rig. Get our newsletter, This Week in the NJ Skylands, with updates, special offers and good ideas! In many waters, 30- to 40-inch specimens are common. And If it wasn`t for fishing, I would never have had the pleasure of calling Andrew and Javier.just that. The reservoir was constructed in the early 1960's and is owned by American Electric Power Company and is managed . 440 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<3C32272EC4F16F47A4A8BBF55E9588E4><0AE7467E98DD604381C7651FDF03B458>]/Index[396 109]/Info 395 0 R/Length 175/Prev 1296706/Root 397 0 R/Size 505/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream That's several pounds over the state record. Similarly, in trolling, so called speed trolling can be productive. Both of us broke records here in our home state instead of in Maine. My strategy is usually to paddle up-wind and drift back along spots that I want to target. 760 And while Newfoundland (locally pronounced New-found-land) lies by road and track about forty miles from Manhattan and is roughly bisected by busy Route 23, civilization is not what defines it.Actually, the opposite. But strike they do, much to the delight to a growing number of sport shad enthusiasts. Hamilton noted that during recent electroshock samplings, sunfisha musky forage stapleare lacking in number and small. 15 days on Zillow. The majority of muskie fishing takes place during daylight hours, with the afternoon considered the most productive time of day. As I drove around the lake, I noticed a familiar white SUV in the area I normally parked. There are a few guides who specialize in muskie fishing on the Delaware River. Stop the retrieve all together two or three times during each retrieve. You'll be able to reel in Bass, Perch, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout, as well as Lake Trout. The only other body of water deep enough for lake trout is Merrill Creek Reservoir in Warren County. These, along with dozens of streaming tributaries, offer fishers endless delights, although some prefer the solitude of spring fly fishing along a handful of tiny creeks designated as wild trout waters. For many, the first day of fishing season is also Opening Day of Spring. Trolling bucktail spinners just below the surface along the top of submerged vegetation, a short distance beyond the prop wash, is an effective method for covering large areas and triggering aggressive fish. The state record smallmouth bass, caught by Carol Marciniak at the Round Valley Reservoir. Since the hatchery doesnt raise them, Hamilton hopes they get them from another water body and move them. Suckers exist in the lake as likely forage, however, and soon the state will stock golden shiners. Favorite Lake or River Smith Mountain Lake, Lake Gaston. Whippany, NJ 07981. 2. Muskies get caught year round, whether from weedbeds and along deep edges of weedlines during warm months, or through the ice. Canyon Lake is best known for its Musky fishing with many 20 to 30-pound trophy Musky being caught and released all season. Carpet Cleaning Iowa City| Below is a list of lakes in VA that hold musky populations as well as a rating of their population health from 1-3 Stars. They will provide cover for sunfish and should bolster that population. (source: NJ DEP). Spring muskie will seek out shallow water coves that are protected from the wind. You can always count on a persistent rock bass or sunfish to rise on a fly or two when the trout arent interested. Muskies typically become more active during overcast conditions. Making casts parallel to the shoreline when possible can be the most productive. As soon as we started stocking them, the anglers started catching them. Warren County anglers can now hunt salmon averaging eighteen inches in Tilcon Lake, near the Musconetcong River at Waterloo Village, and perhaps Merrill Creek Reservoir later this year. Areas near structure and cover are ideal habitat for muskies. Call (606) 776-6567. . Prev; 1; 2; 3; Next; Page 1 of 3 . As I wrestled with the mighty Esox, I yelled to the guys, I could use a little help please! with that, they quickly jolted over to me. (Source NJ DEP), One of the requirements for being certified with a state record fish should be having a proper fishing nickname like "Bumbo." The warming water increases the muskie's metabolic activity and has them on the lookout for their favorite prey. The fish weighed an astounding 55 lbs. Ice Fishing In New Jersey. They're in there make a left out of ramp go to back corner by weeds and hang on! He caught the fish casting from his boat on Pompton Lake on May 16, 1996. 2 combined. On May 2, 2009, William "Bumbo" Lewis of Jackson, NJ, landed this state record white crappie. Bob Eisele's state record lunker was taken from Menantico Sand Wash Pond in Cumberland County in 1980. Also, an often overlooked tiger muskie fishery is found in the Mohawk River/Barge Canal from Rome downstream to Lock 16. Cool thanks. Several severe storms flooded the Musconetcong river which parallels the area and flooded the pond and created the vast body of water. info@thefisherman.com These same areas are also productive during the fall. Joke I played on Cat_Daddy! 670e \^:|-p F 0224k0Ow5(C\lxrKs_s>mau,N+0=` *aet?PG(Dne p!j Y~ We are using a few pike in mountain lakes in south-central Idaho to reduce brook trout numbers, but we really don't want them to be harvested (some lakes have less than 10 pike stocked). Their knowledge of the river, its habitats, and the techniques used to catch muskies will vastly increase your chance of catching one of these elusive giants. Prices include up to two people. Merrill Creek, the countys largest impoundment, which reaches depths of two-hundred feet, already contains an impressive population of finned monsters, including the deep-running gigantic lake trout, big brown trout, largemouth and smallmouth bass. Spit Fire Triple Barrel Buckshot Alabama Rig. That's a lot of Unagi. The station, after all, is an emblem of civilization. Their springtime habits (April-May) are very predictable, and the key to successfully targeting the muskie lies in understanding the variables that are in play when we pursue them. Keep in mind that fishing when multiple variable conditions are in play is much more important than the amount of time you put in, or how many casts you make. Cover and structure includes points, rocky areas, coves, shoreline riprap, brush, and channel mouths. A forum community dedicated to New Jerseys hunters and enthusiasts. Close your eyes and imagine yourself reeling in one of these monsters: A 65-pound carp. Northern Pike: 24 inches. Lake Trout, Walleye, Bass, and Rainbow Trout are also on the cards. Instagram Retrieve these steadily and as slowly as possible while still maintaining the side to side action of the lure. Warren County is flanked by the river valleys of the Musconetcong and Delaware, and traversed by the Paulins Kill and Pequest. 522 $29.99. A cove that receives daytime sunshine is even better as this will increase the water temperature. One of NJ's premier muskie fisheries can be found on the Delaware River from the Delaware Water Gap north to the State line at Port Jervis, New York. Ken Beam catches elusive North Jersey Jurassic era River Monster. The Pequest facility also includes a Natural Resource Education Center for environmental education, where visitors develop the behaviors and skills necessary to become stewards of wildlife and natural resources through programs for families, scouts and other groups. Both largemouth and smallmouth live here, but largemouth get the most attention and seven-pound fish will show up each year in bass tournament bags. Known as the fish of 10,000 casts, muskellunge in New Jersey do not stick by that standard and are routinely caught with less effort. Warren County anglers can now hunt salmon averaging eighteen inches in Tilcon Lake, near the Musconetcong River at Waterloo Village, and perhaps Merrill Creek Reservoir later this year. | links | dep Caught a handful over the years but that's all. The Fisherman At 2,500 acres, it has grass and plenty of docks. Muskie and their hybrid tiger muskie cousins have been called the fish of 10,000 casts due to the patience and determination required to catch them. View fishing report Two tone colors such as yellow/red and chartreuse/white are hard to beat. Parksville Lake Musky. Further adventure awaits on the Delaware River, where anglers find more bass, walleye, catfish and muskellunge only usually bigger along with monster carp. This elusive fish is seldom abundant, and in lakes one adult fish per acre is considered a good fishery. Matts, about three-and-a-half, perhaps slightly heavier than a smallmouth he had caught on Lake Hopatcong. Concentrate your efforts during the warm spring rain its a great time to target active muskies. New Jersey has populations of both. endstream endobj startxref Listed here are public boat launch ramps and boat landings, free to the public. I never knew that it held muskies. 33 Lewis Street Belvidere Nj 07823 P. Outdoor Destinations In Northwest New Jersey. 10 oz. Sunday concerts on the manor lawn are a favorite during the summer. Jigs or slow-rolled spinnerbaits work for bass, and deep-diving crankbaits might be a choice for muskies. Shoreline stretches on both sides of the lake feature steep weedy drop-offs where muskies take refuge along the bottom edge of the green stuff, possibly snatching a sucker on occasion, and rushing up from below upon sunfish highlighted above. Statewide. 10. They quickly began to spawn on their own and, as is obvious from this picture, grow and thrive. Muskies? COMPASS NEW JERSEY, LLC. Along the way to the Delaware River it flows through Lake Musconetcong and then the southeastern side of the Pohatcong Mountain ridge. I believe that a wire leader is a must and shouldnt impede the action of your lures; these fish are typically not leader shy either. Hamilton says this means the public is protected against ingesting Tricane, technically named MS222, although Mountain Lake isnt used for broodstock. s Bureau of Freshwater Fisheries and Muskies, Inc., the Watershed stocks a small number of true strain Muskellunge (muskies) into the Echo Lake Reservoir. i . She`s just an old boat with a 20 horse Merc, The Snakehead Wrangler meets up with the Slaya down in the Swamps of Jersey. All Hackettstown Hatchery fish are fed live forage before they are stocked so they acclimate to feeding in the wild. Mountain Lake Buttzville S,M&P 116 N S . the PA Fish and Boat Commission recently changed to only holdover Spring stocking to grow a bigger fish) we are stocking muskies in both spring and fall. These strong salty soldiers offer some of the best battles on the river, especially on light tackle. Click to enlarge Stick baits by the likes of Rapala or Yo-Zuri are a good choice. Sign in to follow this . Tiger Muskie/ Muskie? Rods, Reels, Baits, Tackle Boxes, Hooks, Clothing and Other Equipment can all be found at the World's Largest Musky Shop. Lake trout were introduced into the state in 1977 when the state stocked them in the reservoir. All our current programs began with eggs from New York and Pennsylvania, so were giving back now. The hatchery also sends northern pike to Massachusetts, while they have provided landlocked salmon for an exciting new venture. And that`s pretty much the norm when you`re after the fish of 10,000 casts. Repainting Kitchen Cabinets White| Unlike some other states (e.g. Merrill Creek Reservoir. Hunting Tales with Ken Grab your gun this will be fun! mountain lake nj musky fishingwilliamson county sports complex. I bowfished it before and always saw giant muskys..[up]. Mountain Lake Nj Musky Fishing. . Gamefish like to move along the steepest drop-offs in cold water, where they dont have to burn many calories to rise from depths to shallows if a rise in temperatures occasions some activity. However, more recently established fisheries inLake Hopatcong, Mercer Lake and Mountain Lake are coming on strong. New Jersey's other muskellunge lakes contain several strains, including Leech Lake, Chataqua (N.Y.) and Pymatuning (Pa.). All Hackettstown Hatchery fish are fed live forage before they are stocked so they acclimate to feeding in the wild. This photo shows Adam Faatz of Hawthorne, NJ with his state record in the archery category caught at Greenwood Lake on May 19, 2014. 15 inches. My mounted NJ Jurassic River Monster The Bowfin! Flats hold muskies until the water dips below the 50-degree mark in the fall. Andrew and Javier were about two hundred yards away working another edge of weeds. Mountain Lake gets its name from Jenny Jump Mountain overlooking its glacial 122 acres. Muskie Fishing Guide Service Mountain Muskie Lodge on beautiful Cave Run Lake Kentucky. Most muskie fishermen choose a medium-heavy casting rod with a level wind reel. Fifty pound + , Striped Bass live release club, http://www.newjerseyhunter.com/article99751.htm. by topic | programs/units Jopko died in 2009. But they grow large Cory Ramsey was working 6- to 8-inch gizzard-shad baits along a rocky bank in the upper . I retrieved the jointed lure slowly, working the drop-off, then finishing up with my version of a figure 8 in a kayak. Merrill Creek, the county's largest impoundment, which reaches depths of two-hundred feet, already contains an impressive population . When the state DNR conducted its muskie tagging study it collected muskies, by way of electrofishing, at the rate of one every 12 minutes. And they do use an anesthetic called Tricane. A 21-day withdraw period exists after a musky affected by the drug is released during this closure period. This section of the river is composed of long slow pools interconnected by shallow riffles and rapids. This lake a a public boat ramp, picnic area, disabled access, shore fishing access, restrooms, and allows power boats. As the water warms, emerging weedbeds will also be prime fishing areas. This reservoir is one of Virginia's premier fisheries, offering outstanding fishing and other recreational opportunities. WhenMuskellunge can be caught throughout the year, even through the ice in fact, thecurrent state recordwas caught just that way. Expect muskies in the 30- to 35-inch range, though some fish over 40 inches do show up. Mountain Lake The Fisherman. They will stage in these areas during their pre-spawn and spawning cycles. WhereThe most productive muskie waters have been the Delaware River, Greenwood Lake,Monksville Reservoirand Echo Lake Reservoir. The record still stands, 21 years later. Cave Run Muskie Guide Service & The Muskie Lodge 10752 Highway 1274 Wellington, KY 40387 Ph: (606) 776-6567 tonygrantoutdoors@gmail.com This photo is posted on the bulletin board at the reservoir boat launch, but the DEP website lists little other information on the catch. They fished the Delaware river in Warren and Sussex County exclusively in November. Although there is no hard and fast rule, the veteran muskie angler frequently employs a fast retrieve. Fly lengths should vary between 3 and 6 inches. Most anglers in New Jersey abide by an unwritten law of catch and release for muskies, but in any case, Mountain Lake does have a March 20 to May 20 closure on harvest. Wed, 07/14/2010 - 14:07 -- jmaslar. This potential state-record muskie was found floating dead on the lake. A friend, Mike Maxwell, has fished a Paulins Kill spot near road access during April with an ultra-light spinning outfit and salmon eggs, catching many rainbows. Speaking of tigers..Fisherman Bob Neals appears to have stopped for a little ice fishing on his way home from Princeton Tiger mascott tryouts. Credit: Daily Record. Brown trout include both freshwater populations and fish that move from fresh to saltwater. Cave Run Muskie Guide Service & The Muskie Lodge 10752 Highway 1274 Wellington, KY 40387 Ph: (606) 776-6567 tonygrantoutdoors@gmail.com Spoons between 4 and 6 inches long will also do the trick. importance of respecting other people's name dignity and property, recurrent chemical pregnancy mumsnet,
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