Can anyone post one, and if so, any good spots for perch, bass, crappie. This particular area, a sheltered bay, had a nice warm south wind blowing the surface water which helped the water warm up even faster. I was very disappointed to see a no trespassing, hunting, or fishing sign posted at the pullover along that little oneway street that ends at 206. Over the last decade or so, the fly fishing communitys perception of carp has changed dramatically.
Enjoy our continental breakfast before going hiking or cycling in this breath taking village. Its the most hilarious ever written about carp fishing. Given the popularity of carp fishing in england many techniques have been developed for catching carp. Spruce run is a tributary of little fishing creek in columbia county, pennsylvania, in the united states. At stony brook, princeton, we first stopped at route 206. Reynolds is the true pioneer of this exciting sport. Huge carp live in spruce run, plus trout, perch and other bass.
Twentynine species of fish are contained within the waters of spruce run including largemouth bass, catfish, sunfish, yellow perch and carp. Photo courtesy nj div fish and wildlife but when the new species was first introduced in south jersey in 1984, anglers didnt express much of an interest in it, preferring to stay with their pursuit of the largemouth bass. We are equipped to get all the fishing you would desire. This is the official page for spruce run recreation area. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including largemouth bass, muskie, green sunfish, carp, smallmouth bass, rock bass, bullhead, rainbow trout, redbreast sunfish and breambluegill here. The spruce run in new jersey state park travel tips usa today.
Spruce run reservoir, new jersey reports, lake info. Surrounded by the rolling hills of hunterdon county, spruce run recreation area is popular with picnickers, swimmers, fishermen, boaters and campers. Lake hopatcong, and manasquan and spruce run reservoirs. Located in sauviatsurvige, spruce lake offers stylish and comfortable accommodation alongside a stunning 6. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including smallmouth bass, striped bass, largemouth bass, bullhead, white catfish, catfish, muskie, crappie, northern pike, perch, rainbow trout and brook trout here. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including crappie, northern pike, smallmouth bass, white catfish, perch, striped bass, bullhead, brook trout, rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth.
This is the novel that disproved the notion all carp books have to be similar. The lake is stocked regularly by the new jersey division of fish and wildlife with hybrid bass, as well as trout and northern pike. Until february 2016, i hardly knew spruce run creek, besides its grand entry into spruce run reservoir, a spot i knew about for big brown trout during the fall seasons of the 1970s, but never got there until 2005, fishing for northern pike, trout no longer stocked in the reservoir to hold over and grow into trophies or otherwise avoid the intent of anglers. Spruce run reservoir fishing reports recently shared catches and fishing spots. For fishing regulations please refer to the nj fish and wildlife digest. Spruce run reservoir fishing near linntown, pennsylvania. For avid anglers, spruce run offers an impressive 29 species of fish for you to try your. For other action try perch, hybrid stripers tiger muskie, trout or panfish. In fact, his photo appears alongside of mine on the cover of my book. Manny luftglass has written five other books in his gone fishin series. Nj carp fishing at spruce run reservoir with ken beam. This book is the ultimate guide for all carp on the fly enthusiasts such as myself fishing the great lakes on the canadian side. The reservoir was one of the first water supply facilities to be constructed and operated by the state and covers 1,290 acres with 15 miles of shoreline for recreation. Best camping in and near spruce run recreation area hipcamp.
Within twenty miles of one another, merrill creek, spruce run and round valley can. Around 29 different fish species live in this body of water. I live close by and fish there 810 times a year and have to agree that for the most part earlier is better in the summer. Northern pike caught by brian shea fishing on sunday may 02, 2010 at 20. It encompasses the spruce run reservoir that is used as a backup reservoir to protect the state from prolonged droughts. I have already done a video similar to this one, but we used a tiny rat in that video. The 1,910acre park runs along the banks of spruce run reservoir. Fishing walleye and hybrid striped bass in new jersey. Jun 22, 2010 im planning on going to spruce run soon, and im looking around for a nice depth map of it, but i cant seem to find one. Spruce lake located in sauviatsurvige, france, spruce lake offers accommodation with a terrace and free wifi connection for fishing fans and adventurers. Pennsylvania fly fishing for trout and steelhead is some of the best in the country.
May 20, 2015 spruce run boat rental, clinton, new jersey. Spruce run recreation area is a 1,290 acre new jersey state recreation area located in clinton township in hunterdon county. Sep 05, 2011 we finally tried for carp matt quickly learned its slow fishing, but he does want to try spruce run reservoir for some truly large fish. Nj shad fishing in the springtime on the delaware river. Only ever caught walleye and hybrids by accident fishing for bass. He is holding a mirror carp, a member of the carp family that has no scales at all. It is one of the most popular campsites in the garden state, and not only because it is located on the shores of spruce run reservoir, but also because of its location, which puts anglers in touch with a variety of some of the best fishing in the garden state.
Lots of good advice in the above posts for spruce run. Popular walleye fisheries are greenwood lake, monksville reservoir, canistear reservoir, swartswood lake, and lake hopatcong. Where can be found in almost every reservoir, lake, pond, river or stream in new jersey. Carp fishing at spruce run reservoir carp fishing in new jersey is a lot of fun and spruce run reservoir or the delaware river are great places to fish for these huge fish. Home trending history get youtube premium get youtube tv best of youtube music sports gaming movies. I also saw a crappie at least as big as the photographed caught well into may at the jetty. Diy guide to the best fly fishing in pennsylvania diy fly. The reservoir is used for recreation purposes, including fishing, boating and swimming. I didnt get any hybrids but released my first carp of the year, a sixpounder. Trout, northern pike and hybrid bass are stocked by the nj division of fish and wildlife. Truck center is a certified hino and fuso dealership.
I only had about two and a half hours to fish on saturday as i had a good bit of yard work to get too. It encompasses the spruce run reservoir that is used as a backup reservoir to protect new jersey from prolonged droughts. Round valley and spruce run nj fishing reports and howto freshwater fishing technique articles. Check flight prices and hotel availability for your visit. Feb 23, 2019 200 lb carp fishing challenge carp bait, rigs tips and techinques duration. Spruce run reservoir northeast bass fishing bass fishing. The spruce run recreation area, a 2000plusacre park set amid rolling woodlands and.
Spruce run reservoir is a reservoir located just 6. Spruce run recreation area department of environmental. Then on june 20 i was again alone at spruce run and caught 10 fish. Winter is for skiing, icefishing, and snowshoeing, and retreating from the citys potential slush and grime.
Dave lane a flick of the tail carp fishing book, u. Spruce run reservoir is the third largest reservoir in new jersey and one of the oldest. New books on the topic have been released recently but i find reynolds has covered it. Spruce run little fishing creek tributary wikipedia. During winter, spruce run offers activities such as ice fishing and crosscountry skiing. We also administer voorhees and hacklebarney state parks from the spruce run park office. I think this type of fishing would definitely leave quite an impression on any youngster.
Spruce run reservoir is one of the best lakes in all of new jersey in terms of the fishing found here. Carp are always available, as are the thousands of hybrid bass that the state stocks into spruce run, so if you want to get away from the trout guys, give this lake a try. May, 2009 only ever caught walleye and hybrids by accident fishing for bass. Spruce run, nj northeast bass fishing bass fishing forums. Get a can of corn and cover the hook with as much corn as you can get on the hook. Spruce run reservoir fishing report near clinton, new. These include catfish, yellow perch, largemouth bass, carp, and northern pike. Dave lane a flick of the tail carp fishing book hardback in very very good condition with just a little rubbing to the edgescorners with unprice clipped dust wrapper.
In all, the lake is home to 29 species of fish, including largemouth bass, catfish, sunfish, yellow perch, and carp. Apr 28, 2017 it was our first day of carp fishing this season, and we tried a new spot on the north side of lake ontario. The jetty gets lots of fishing pressure, both during the week and on weekends. Get directions, maps, and traffic for spruce run, nj. Gone fishin in spruce run reservoir paperback november 1, 1997 by manny luftglass author. An evening of fishing spruce run on memorial day results in catching a big brown trout. He brought a catfish into the boat and in the process of removing the book, the fish twisted and the gill barb when all the way through my buddys hand. Seasons, sizes and creel limits except for trout season, which begins at 8 a.
When i was researching my book, gone fishin for carp in 1995, i ran. After a day of just relaxing in the garden or fishing on the lake enjoy a delicious home cooked meal. Spruce run reservoir is one of new jerseys top bass lakes. For all of our fishing reports and more tips, head on over to.
Nah i just let it dry and shake it off like a real man. Fishing report of a largemouth bass caught by brian shea fishing on sunday may 02, 2010 at 20. There have been numerous discussions about spruce run here at bassresource over the years. Largemouth bass caught by brian shea fishing in spruce run. Resident expert manny luftglass has written a series of books on new jersey fishing. Spruce run state park, a new jersey state park located. The reservoir was one of the first water supply facilities to be constructed and operated by the state and covers 1,290 acres with 15 miles of. You can sit by the lantern at night or even hit the river at daybreak and you will be able to catch cattys at first light. A medium action 67 foot spinning rod spooled with 6 to 8 pound test line is a good choice. Manny is popular on the lecture circuit in three states and specializes in teaching his doubleanchor style of fishing. Ill tell you about it again next time because i plan on fishing that area again soon but dont expect me. Well, i think i found a carp nursery at spruce run reservoir.
Ive heard of 17inchers caught in spruce run reservoir. Made of durable, waterproof material shaded depth areas. The northern waters warm quicker as they receive the most amount of sunlight. Spruce run is a tributary of buffalo creek in union county, pennsylvania, in the united states. Several dealt only with carp fishing, and one was actually called carp world. With the addition of our second boat we can now get to all of the big water and shallow areas as well. Completed in 1965, the 6,000footlong earthen dam holds back eleven billion gallons of water over an area that covers 1,290 acres. Uncategorized what i admire the most about joe humphreys is that after more than 80 years of fly fishing he still gets excited for every new day of it.
Spruce run reservoir fishing report as of may 9, 2020 with photos, maps, and more. Carp, grass carp,tench, rudd, roach, perch, bream, fantails. There are so many good things about spruce run that i cant put them all here. When spring and summer are the most productive times for catching carp by rod. It gets blown about by the wind and drags the float out of position. Spruce run beach area spruce run reservoir clinton wma 33 3 53 33 53 33 33 33 spruce run recreation area detail map spruce run recreation area spruce run campground picnic area spruce run beach area 500 feet wetland forest open field or grass developed area water restricted area paved path highlands trail 2. Its editor, tim paisley, told me that he sold 15,000 copies each month of the fine magazine. Spruce run recreation area clinton 2020 all you need. This clip is from memorial day 2016, out trolling at spruce run reservoir with my good friends rob and jason. Ill be there selling my various books, stop by and say hi. Spring crappies at spruce run reservoir littons fishing. Camping near spruce run recreation area is easy with hipcamp, where private. The original carp fishing novel that broke the mould. It is approximately 14 miles 23 km long and flows through hartley township, lewis township, west buffalo township, white deer township, buffalo township, and kelly township.
Spruce run fishing reports recently shared catches and fishing spots. Spruce run reservoir fishing near clinton, new jersey. Nibblet corn is broadcast in the fishing area one to two days prior to the fishing excursion. Drift fishing the upper delaware river as well as trolling the tidal basin are all within our reach. Pennsylvania is also a relatively large state that takes about 5 hours to traverse from philadelphia on the eastern side to pittsburgh on the western side. Spruce run is one of the top bass fishing lakes in the state. Fly fishing spruce creek with joe humphreys 04 september, 2016 categories.
A comic, cynical insight into the high pressure uk carp scene. Fly fishing spruce creek with joe humphreys jeff currier. Delawarerivershadfishing archives nj outdoors adventures. He writes the freshwater fishing report every week for the njdelaware bay edition of the fisherman magazine and also contributes stories. When fishing, anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish including channel catfish, largemouth bass, muskie, northern pike, smallmouth bass, striped bass, yellow perch and. All five fish that are in merrill creek live here as well, but, because they have been here longer, the trout are lots bigger. John was fishing in pompton lake, passaic county when he reeled in the lunker, eclipsing the old record caught 32 years earlier in spruce run reservoir by 6.
Truck center can assist you with daily, weekly, or monthly rentals. Almost 30 species of fish are available in the reservoir, including trout, northern pike. Round valley is the heaviest fished, having its own club, the round valley trout association, more than 1,000 members strong. Carp fishing with ken at spruce run reservoir ken beam fishing. Sep 26, 2019 in this video, we go sewer fishing with huge lures. The area around the reservoir is wellmaintained, and anglers may fish from the shore, boat, or pier. Carp, which was not long ago widely seen as a species of trash fish only chased by fishermen wielding spinning rods with mishmashed balls of corn meal and table scraps tied to the end of their line has reached fairly wide acceptance as one of the finest game fish available to anglers. A little corona carp therapy so i can stop wondering why the world has gone nucking futs. Spruce run is the third largest reservoir in the state after round valley and wanaque. The reservoir is the third largest in the state, after round valley and wanaque reservoir.
Sunny and breezy with temperatures not expected to get much over 70 degrees. Lat 403837, long 745525 referenced to north american datum of 1983, union township, hunterdon county, nj, hydrologic unit 02030105, at dam on spruce run, 0. So if you really want to find out where the best pa fly fishing spots are youll need a good map. Right now we have perfect weather to try your hand at hybrid striper and channel catfish fishing. Top 25 spruce run recreation area rv rentals and motorhome. Carp fishing at spruce run reservoir is a lot of fun. Fish spruce run reservoir hunterdon county, new jersey. The reservoir within spruce run recreation area is a popular fishing spot.
I caught another that measured 15 inches and weighed 2 pounds, 3 ounces. They have 16 26 daily rental trucks available with lift gates and 16 without lift gates. Little fishing creek fishing creek susquehanna river chesapeake bay. Typical largemouth run around 2pounds with 4to 5pounders not unusual. Spruce run reservoir is located in hunterdon county, new jersey.