Williams Pond, Delaware: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Out in Sussex County, Delaware, sits Williams Pond. The shore lies 19 miles out. It measures about 86 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. It ranks high for size among our Sussex County listings. The closest town, Seaford, is 1 mile away. It is 70 miles to Baltimore, the nearest city. A border sits close enough to be relevant to the paperwork.

• Where to Fish on Williams Pond

  There is no recorded depth, so work from what you can see. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Records held for Sussex County cover American eel, white perch, bluegill, pumpkinseed and tessellated darter. Protected fish appear in the records for this area, so treat the list as information, not an invitation. Williams Pond gives up its fish to patience rather than distance.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July runs about 77°F on average, January about 35°F. In milder years the surface never sets. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. It holds true on Williams Pond more years than not. Cool nights slow the mornings but sharpen the evenings.

• Tackle & Baits

  No access rule appears in what we hold. You can leave the car about half a mile from the water. There are picnic tables half a mile away. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Take the rules with you rather than trusting memory. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. Hearns Pond at 2.4 miles is the sensible second choice. Check the position at Williams Pond before loading the car.