Largemouth Bass

Little Ferry, NJ, while close to urban development, surprisingly offers some decent largemouth bass fishing in its local waterways. The Hackensack River and its connected impoundments and creeks are the places to focus your efforts. While not a trophy bass destination, you can find some quality fish, especially in areas with heavy cover like lily pads, submerged vegetation, and fallen trees. Spring is an excellent time to target pre-spawn bass as they move into shallower waters. Summer evenings can also be productive, especially fishing topwater lures around weed lines. The fall offers another opportunity as bass feed aggressively before winter. A popular access point is Losen Slote Creek Park, offering shoreline access and a small boat launch. Be mindful of the tides, as the Hackensack River is tidal, and fishing can be better during certain tidal stages. Local anglers report success using spinnerbaits, plastic worms, and crankbaits.