Egbert Lake in Morris County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  Egbert Lake is a Morris County water, in New Jersey. Salt water lies 27 miles off. This is a pocket water of some 15 acres, and every part of it is reachable from the bank. 3 miles away sits Lake Telemark, the nearest town. The nearest city of size is Paterson, 17 miles away. A county line runs close by, so local bylaws can differ within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Egbert Lake

  Depth went unrecorded, which puts the reading back on you. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. A soft bed grows weed late into autumn, which keeps fish shallow. Records held for Morris County cover brown trout, brook trout and northern pike. These are county-wide records, so not all of them will be in this water. Egbert Lake fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The seasonal spread runs 26°F to 71°F. A long season, with weather mattering more than the month. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. The hot months push the fishing to dawn and dusk. Time your trip to Egbert Lake by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. Mapping shows parking within half a mile. Rockaway Township Open Space runs up to the bank here, which usually means extra restrictions. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Sort the permit out before you load the car. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. The nearest alternative is Lake Emma, 0.9 miles out. Rules at Egbert Lake are worth checking on the day.