Jordan Pond near Kent: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  The Northwest Hills Planning Region entry here is Jordan Pond, in Connecticut. Height above sea level is 1,102 feet. This is a pocket water of some 9 acres, and every part of it is reachable from the bank. Compared with other Connecticut water on our list, it sits high. For supplies, Kent is 3.7 miles out. Further out sit Dover Plains (5.9 miles) and New Preston (9.5 miles). Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Jordan Pond

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Species logged across Northwest Hills Planning Region include bluegill, brown trout, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed and black crappie. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. Anyone new to Jordan Pond should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warm month here averages 69°F; the cold one sits at 22°F. Winter puts a hard lid on this one. Count on hard cover from midwinter, and open water from late March. On average, late March opens the water and mid December closes it again. May into June fishes hardest, and September gives a second good stretch before the lid returns. Time your trip to Jordan Pond by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. The car has to stay half a mile away, which shapes how much tackle you bring. A campsite lies half a mile away for anyone staying over. Mapping records toilets within half a mile. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Check whether a boat is allowed before you tow one. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. For a change of water, Case Pond is 0.8 miles distant. For Jordan Pond in particular, ask before you travel.