Thomas Pond near Florala: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Thomas Pond belongs to Covington County, Alabama. It stands 184 feet above sea level. It measures about 34 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. The nearest place of any size is Florala, 1.9 miles away. Montgomery sits 93 miles out, and it is the nearest city worth the name. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Thomas Pond

  Without a survey to go on, judge depth from how the bank falls away. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Biodiversity records within roughly six miles include bluegill, warmouth and black madtom. It is a record of sightings and surveys, so use it as a guide. On Thomas Pond the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort.

• Seasonal Patterns

  On the long-term average, July reads 80°F and January reads 48°F. There is no dead season here at all. October and November give a second good stretch as it cools. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. Thomas Pond runs to that rhythm year in and year out.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. Access points are not mapped for this water, which suits people who like quiet. A wire trace and a big bright lure handle the pike; deep water asks for a heavier spoon. Take the rules with you rather than trusting memory. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. For a change of water, Lake Jackson, Alabama is 2.1 miles distant. Check the position on Thomas Pond before loading the car.