Pleasant Lake Fishing near Epsom, New Hampshire

• Overview

  Pleasant Lake lies within the bounds of Rockingham County, New Hampshire. This is pine and birch country. At some 476 acres it is far too large to cover on foot in a day. The perimeter runs near 4.1 miles, so plan the walk before you start. On our Rockingham County list it sits near the top for size. The nearest town is Epsom, 4.1 miles away. Beyond it, Northwood at 5.6 miles and Candia at 7.9 miles. A county line runs close by, so local bylaws can differ within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Pleasant Lake

  Open data we checked carries no depth for this water. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Open biodiversity records for Rockingham County list rainbow trout, largemouth bass, brown trout and bluegill. The county list is broader than any single water. On Pleasant Lake the obvious spot is not always the productive one.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect July near 69°F and January near 20°F on the long-run figures. Cold winters and warm summers give a wide working range. The lid usually goes in early April, which opens the strongest weeks of the year. Climate figures give an open season running early April to mid December. Spring is short and heavy here; autumn is longer and steadier. Time your trip to Pleasant Lake by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing we hold confirms whether access is permitted. You can launch: the ramp is half a mile away. The nearest car park is half a mile from the water. Clark Lot takes in this water; protected-area rules will apply. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Rules for this water may differ from the county norm. Some ground is open by custom rather than by right, so tread carefully. Dow Pond at 1.2 miles is the sensible second choice. Rules at Pleasant Lake are worth checking on the day.