Horseys Pond, Delaware: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Look for Horseys Pond in Sussex County, Delaware. It sits in farm and woodlot country. It measures about 58 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. Laurel at 1.3 miles is the nearest place to stop. After that come Delmar at 5.7 miles and Blades at 7 miles. A county line runs close by, so local bylaws can differ within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Horseys Pond

  Nothing we hold settles how deep this runs. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Records held for Sussex County cover American eel, white perch and bluegill. Some of the species recorded here are protected or tightly regulated, so check what may be targeted before you fish. The shape of Horseys Pond rewards a slow walk along one bank.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 77°F in July and bottom out at 35°F in January. The swings are modest, so patterns change slowly. Some winters give nothing at all, so plan for open water. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. Plan any trip to Horseys Pond around it.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public data does not answer the access question here. Expect a half a mile walk in from where the car goes. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Rules for this water may differ from the county norm. Close seasons apply to some species and not others. If the gate is shut, Records Pond at 1.7 miles is the nearest alternative. Check the position at Horseys Pond before loading the car.