Murray Ponds near Killingworth: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Murray Ponds belongs to Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut. Salt water lies 7.8 miles off. About 5 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. Our Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region list holds plenty of bigger water. Nearest place of any size is Killingworth, 2.4 miles away. The nearest city of size is New Haven, 21 miles away. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Murray Ponds

  There is no published depth for this one, so start shallow and work out. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. Reported across Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region: bluegill, bowfin, white perch and alewife. At least one recorded species is protected in parts of its range; read the local rules before targeting anything. The shape of Murray Ponds decides where the fish sit.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The seasonal spread runs 28°F to 71°F. Whether it freezes depends on the year. It is not guaranteed from one year to the next. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Murray Ponds. Early and late in the day beat the middle for most of the year.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. The water sits inside or beside a mapped nature reserve, so expect additional rules. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Where a permit is needed, the nearest town usually sells it. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. For a change of water, Killingworth Reservoir is 1.6 miles distant. Nothing on Murray Ponds should be assumed from this page alone.