Friday, March 16, 2012

Pond Fishing

Pond fishing can be fun when you don't want to hit the big water, or just want to get out for a short time. Ponds can also work out great for fishing with kids where there are lots of little fish to catch. I usually hit the ponds a couple times a week in the summer with my kids.
Below is a list of just some of the ponds in and around London.
Westminster
Location: London (Wellington and Southdale)
Access: Off Wellington Rd; from Parkwood Hospital; various trails throughout the conservation area
Fishing: Sunfish; Largemouth Bass
Notes: The Southernmost pond (Tumblesons Pond) is a private pond with no public access.
Pond Mills
Location: London (Pond Mills Rd between Bradley Ave and Southdale Rd)
Access: Parking lot off Pond Mills Rd, various trails lead to fishing spots
Fishing: Sunfish; Largemouth Bass (I've seen 4+ lbs in the North Pond); rumored Pike
The Coves
Location: London (Springbank Rd, west of Wharncliffe Rd.)
Access: From Greenway Park; Springbank Rd.; Cove Rd.; Duke St. There are some paths to the various ponds.
Fishing: Sunfish; Carp; White Sucker
Komoka
Location: Komoka (West of London off Glendon Dr.)
Access: Parking off Komoka Rd.
Fishing: Sunfish; Bass
Notes: Only some ponds are public access, please check before fishing.
Dorchester Mill Pond
Location: Dorchester (East of London off Hamilton Rd.)
Access: Numerous access points off Mill Rd and Pondview Ct.
Fishing: Crappie; Sunfish; Largemouth Bass
Notes: Connects to the Thames River which is abundant with small bass in that area
Sharon Creek Reservoir
Location: Southeast of Deleware off Longwoods Rd.
Access: Parking lot off Springer Rd; Bridge off Carriage Rd
Fishing: Sunfish; Bass; Pike; Walleye; Crappie
Arva Mill Pond
Location: Arva (North of London off Richmond St.)
Access: Limited public access
Fishing: Sunfish; Bass


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