Highland Pond near Meriden: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Highland Pond lies within the bounds of Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut. Open valley runs right down to the water. This is a pocket water of some 12 acres, and every part of it is reachable from the bank. Meriden is the closest town at 4.3 miles. Middletown is 4.4 miles and Kensington 4.9 miles. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Highland Pond

  Open data we checked carries no depth for this water. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. Species logged across Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region include bluegill, bowfin and white perch. Some of the species recorded here are protected or tightly regulated, so check what may be targeted before you fish. Read Highland Pond before you fish it and the day goes better.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 73°F, the coldest about 27°F. Whether it freezes depends on the year. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. February into May fishes hardest as the water warms. That shapes the year on Highland Pond. The hour either side of first light is rarely wasted.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public data does not answer the access question here. You can leave the car about half a mile from the water. Highland Pond Preserve takes in this water; protected-area rules will apply. For the catfish, fish bottom baits into the deeper holes and let them sit. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. The nearest alternative is Adder Reservoir, 1.4 miles out. For Highland Pond, the notice at the access point is the final word.