Post Pond near Moodus: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Within Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut, you have Post Pond. It stands 394 feet above sea level. The water measures roughly 7 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. Supplies mean a trip to Moodus, 3.5 miles off. Further out sit Colchester (4.8 miles) and East Haddam (6 miles). A county line runs close by, so local bylaws can differ within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Post Pond

  No depth figure appears in our records, so the bank has to tell you. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. Survey and observation records for Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region include bluegill, bowfin, white perch, alewife and American eel. At least one recorded species is protected in parts of its range; read the local rules before targeting anything. Take Post Pond a stretch at a time.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 71°F, while January sits near 26°F. The freeze here is occasional rather than annual. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. February into May fishes hardest as the water warms. The season on Post Pond follows the weather closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether you may fish here is not something records settle. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. For the catfish, fish bottom baits into the deeper holes and let them sit. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Where parking is tight, arriving early solves most problems. Cone Pond at 0.6 miles is the sensible second choice. Rules at Post Pond are worth checking on the day.