Woodmere Lake Fishing in Salem County, New Jersey

• Overview

  Look for Woodmere Lake in Salem County, New Jersey. It sits at 36 feet above sea level. It measures about 39 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. The nearest town is Alloway, 4.1 miles away. Salem lies 6.5 miles off, Seabrook Farms another 8.8 miles. Also on the doorstep: Maskells Millpond roughly 1.3 miles, Rhodo Lake at 2.4 miles, Coxhat Pond roughly 2.7 miles, Thundergut Pond at 3 miles and Laurel Lake roughly 3.1 miles. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Woodmere Lake

  Depth is not on record here, so the bank has to tell you. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Fish documented in Salem County include bluegill, pumpkinseed and largemouth bass. It is the county picture; the agency list is water-specific. Read Woodmere Lake before you fish it and the day goes better.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Averages move between 32°F in January and 76°F in July. Temperature moves within a narrow band, and so does the fishing. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. Autumn steadies things again once the heat lets go. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Woodmere Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  We hold no note on access for this one. Nothing is listed nearby for parking or launching a boat. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Take the rules with you rather than trusting memory. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Failing this one, try Maskells Millpond, 1.3 miles away. Nothing on Woodmere Lake should be assumed from this page alone.