Largemouth Bass

Milford, NJ, offers some excellent freshwater bass fishing opportunities, primarily targeting Largemouth Bass. The Delaware River and its associated backwaters, along with smaller ponds and reservoirs in the surrounding area, are your best bets. Spring and fall are particularly productive seasons. During the spring spawn, focus on shallow, weedy areas with soft bottoms. In the fall, bass will often school up and aggressively feed before winter, making crankbaits and spinnerbaits effective. A local tip: explore the ponds and small lakes accessible from the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park. Many of these smaller bodies of water hold surprisingly large bass that don't see as much fishing pressure. Be aware that the Delaware can experience significant fluctuations in water level, so check conditions before you go. Largemouth in this region are generally healthy and respond well to typical bass fishing techniques.