Marlu Lake, New Jersey: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Marlu Lake sits in Monmouth County, out in New Jersey. The sea is 7.5 miles distant. At 22 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. 1.9 miles away sits Lincroft, the nearest town. It is 16 miles to Staten Island, the nearest city. The nearest boundary is a fair way off. The approach is plain, and a car park is not always part of it.

• Where to Fish on Marlu Lake

  We hold no depth figure for this one. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. Monmouth County records list bluegill, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed, yellow perch and white perch among the fish reported. The county list is broader than any single water. Marlu Lake fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 75°F in July and bottom out at 31°F in January. The year turns gently, without extremes at either end. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Marlu Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  No access rule appears in what we hold. You can launch: the ramp is half a mile away. You can park half a mile away and walk in from there. 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. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. For a change of water, Swimming River Reservoir is 2.3 miles distant. Signs at Marlu Lake carry more weight than any list.