Fishing Brennan Pond in Whatcom County, Washington

• Overview

  This water sits in Whatcom County, Washington. The bank is 10 feet above sea level. Small at around 18 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. By elevation it sits in the lower part of our Washington listings. Nearest town is Ferndale, 2.1 miles off. Beyond it, Marietta-Alderwood at 2.2 miles and Marietta at 2.4 miles. There is no boundary nearby to worry about.

• Where to Fish on Brennan Pond

  No depth figure has reached our records, which makes a plummet useful. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Across Whatcom County, recorded fish include sockeye salmon, Coho salmon, white sturgeon and Chum salmon. At least one recorded species is protected in parts of its range; read the local rules before targeting anything. At Brennan Pond the first feature you find is worth twenty minutes.

• Seasonal Patterns

  In an average year August sits at 63°F and January at 38°F. Cooler months are the productive ones on most of this water. Late winter and spring fish steadiest here. The cooler months are the comfortable ones to fish here. It sets the rhythm of the year at Brennan Pond. Long dry spells drop the level and concentrate them.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access is not recorded for this water. Leave the car at Nooksack Wildlife Area, about half a mile from the bank. There is a mapped landing stage half a mile away. The water borders Tennant Lake Wildlife Area, so reserve rules are likely to apply. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. If the gate is shut, Tennant Lake at 0.9 miles is the nearest alternative. Ask locally about Brennan Pond if anything is unclear.