Northwest Pond near Whitbourne: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  In Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Pond falls inside Norman's Cove-Long Cove. The shore lies 6.6 km out. About 3.10 sq km, so local knowledge or a boat saves a lot of walking. The bank runs about 27 km in total, split between open shore and sheltered corners. Of the waters listed here in Norman's Cove-Long Cove, this is the largest. Whitbourne lies 24 km from the water. Placentia is 36 km and Clarke's Beach 39 km. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Northwest Pond

  Depth went unrecorded, which puts the reading back on you. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Reported across Norman's Cove-Long Cove: American eel, Atlantic salmon and brown trout. Some of the species recorded here are protected or tightly regulated, so check what may be targeted before you fish. Fish Northwest Pond where the bottom changes rather than where it looks deep.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Seasonal averages run from -5°C in February up to 16°C in August. Cold locks it up for a good stretch each year. The lid arrives early and lasts until roughly late April. The water is typically free of ice between late April and mid December. September and October fish steadily right up to the freeze. That shapes the year on Northwest Pond.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. Light line and small metal for the trout; a fly rod earns its place on calm evenings. Where the road in crosses private land, ask first. Rules for boats are stricter than rules for the bank in many places. Should this one be busy, Blue Gull Pond is 1.8 km off. Signs at Northwest Pond carry more weight than any list.