Cyrus Pond near Nottingham: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Set in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, this is Cyrus Pond. The surface lies 285 feet up. This is a pocket water of some 4 acres, and every part of it is reachable from the bank. Most waters listed here for Rockingham County are larger. Nottingham lies 2 miles from the water. Manchester is the closest city, 21 miles away. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Cyrus Pond

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. Species logged across Rockingham County include rainbow trout, largemouth bass, brown trout and bluegill. The county figures include rivers and lakes alike. On Cyrus Pond that means starting tight and working out.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Average temperature peaks around 70°F in July and bottoms out near 22°F in January. Winter puts a hard lid on this one. The open season starts with the thaw, near enough late March. The water is typically free of ice between late March and mid December. Look to early summer and the first cool weeks of autumn. The season on Cyrus Pond follows the weather closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing in our records says who may fish here. The water borders Kennard Town Forest, so reserve rules are likely to apply. For the bass here, soft plastics worked slow along cover and a spinnerbait for searching do most of the work. Parking space is the usual limit rather than the bank itself. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. If the gate is shut, Langley Pond at 0.4 miles is the nearest alternative. Rules at Cyrus Pond are worth checking on the day.