Hudson Lake Fishing near Carneys Point, New Jersey

• Overview

  Out in Salem County, New Jersey, sits Hudson Lake. It sits at 56 feet above sea level. The water measures roughly 14 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. Carneys Point at 2.6 miles is the nearest place to stop. Then Penns Grove, 3.7 miles, and Pennsville, 4 miles. Not far off: Laytons Lake 1.6 miles off, Kelly Pond (2.4 miles), Memorial Lake 6.9 miles off, Keasbeys Creek (7 miles) and Bellevue Lake 7.4 miles off. It sits near the edge of the county, so check which rules apply.

• Where to Fish on Hudson Lake

  Depth is unmeasured here, so let the shoreline guide you. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Reported across Salem County: bluegill, pumpkinseed and largemouth bass. County data is a starting point rather than a guarantee. On Hudson Lake the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect July to average close to 76°F, with January the cold end at about 32°F. The calendar is generous: something works in nearly every month. In milder years the edges alone go, and the middle never sets. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Hudson Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. A slipway half a mile out gives trailer access. Mapping shows parking within half a mile. There is a mapped landing stage half a mile away. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Read any posted signs at the access point rather than assuming. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. For a change of water, Laytons Lake is 1.6 miles distant. Confirm access to Hudson Lake locally before you travel.