Havens Pond near Niantic: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Look for Havens Pond in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. It lies 89 feet above sea level. Small at around 5 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. It is one of the smaller waters we list in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. Nearest place of any size is Niantic, 2.1 miles away. Waterford is 4.8 miles away, with Central Waterford at 5.1 miles. A border sits close enough to be relevant to the paperwork.

• Where to Fish on Havens Pond

  Nothing we hold settles how deep this runs. Read the surface for the wind lane, then fish the edge of it. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. Species logged across Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region include bluegill, black crappie, striped bass, largemouth bass and chain pickerel. At least one recorded species is protected in parts of its range; read the local rules before targeting anything. The near bank of Havens Pond is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 71°F, while January sits near 28°F. The year gives four workable seasons without severe ends. Some winters give nothing at all, so plan for open water. February into May fishes hardest as the water warms. Time your trip to Havens Pond by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public sources are silent on who controls the bank. Gorton Pond Boat Launch gives a made launch, 0.9 miles off. The car has to stay 0.9 miles away, which shapes how much tackle you bring. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Where access is informal, keep it that way by behaving. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. If the gate is shut, Bride Lake at 0.9 miles is the nearest alternative. For Havens Pond in particular, ask before you travel.