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Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Northfield, Atlantic County · Fishing

Birch Grove Park Ponds fishing

Largemouth bass, pickerel, catfish, channel catfish, yellow perch, carp, crappie, sunfish and seasonally stocked trout

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Municipal fishing ponds; no motors. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Egg Harbor City, Atlantic County · Fishing

Egg Harbor City Lake fishing

Bass, pickerel, catfish and sunfish

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Municipal public lake; no motors. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover Township · Fishing

Gardners Pond fishing

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Walk-in access through the airport small-plane parking area; small boats must be carried or carted to the water, with no vehicle access. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover Township · Fishing

Lake Aeroflex fishing

Rainbow trout, brown trout and landlocked salmon

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Public shoreline and ramp from Limecrest Road; electric motors only. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Hopatcong State Park, Landing · Fishing

Lake Hopatcong fishing

Largemouth bass, sunfish, catfish, perch, pickerel and seasonally stocked trout

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Shoreline and boat-ramp fishing access; no fishing on the swimming beach or boat-launch dock. Fall fishing is during park hours, sunrise to sunset; no overnight parking. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Hopatcong State Park access · Fishing

Lake Musconetcong fishing

Largemouth bass, sunfish, catfish, perch, pickerel and seasonally stocked trout

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Public boat ramp and lawful shoreline; do not fish in posted swimming/dock areas. Check park hours and seasonal night-fishing access passes. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Lakewood, Ocean County · Fishing

Ocean County Park Lake (Lake Fishigan) fishing

Bass, pickerel, catfish, perch and sunfish

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

County public lake; no motors. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Manchester Township, Ocean County · Fishing

Pine Lake fishing

Bass, pickerel, catfish, crappie and sunfish

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Municipal public lake; electric motors only. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Jackson, Ocean County · Fishing

Prospertown Lake fishing

Bass, pickerel, catfish, perch, crappie, sunfish and seasonally stocked trout

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

State public lake; no motors. Display a current NJ fishing/hunting/trapping license or buy the boat-ramp maintenance permit when required. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Lebanon, Hunterdon County · Fishing

Round Valley Reservoir fishing

Smallmouth bass, brown trout, lake trout and American eel

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

The public angler launch is outside the recreation-area gate; valid NJ license or annual ramp permit required for launch. Boating closes when winds reach 25 mph; motor limit 10 hp. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Lakewood, Ocean County · Fishing

Shenandoah Lake fishing

Bass, pickerel, catfish, perch, crappie, sunfish and seasonally stocked trout

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

County public lake; electric motors only. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Spruce Run Recreation Area, Hunterdon County · Fishing

Spruce Run Reservoir fishing

Bass, catfish, sunfish, yellow perch and carp

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Designated recreation-area shores and launch. Boating closes when winds reach 25 mph. Park entry fees may apply. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover Township · Fishing

Twin Lakes fishing

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Shoreline and cartop launch off Goodale Road. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Wawayanda State Park, Sussex County · Fishing

Wawayanda Lake fishing

Largemouth and smallmouth bass, perch, pickerel, brown and rainbow trout, lake trout and landlocked salmon

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Use designated park entry/launch. Electric motors only; tournament permits are separate from ordinary fishing. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

NJ · Kittatinny Valley State Park, Andover Township · Fishing

Whites Pond fishing

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

The official New Jersey agency identifies this named water and a public recreational fishing route.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

New Jersey freshwater fishing license and trout stamp where required. Display a valid NJ license or buy the boat-ramp permit at launch sites that require it; park entry fees may apply.

Shore-fishing only, reached from Goodale Road or the Sussex Branch Trail. Follow current NJ special-water fishing seasons and harvest rules.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

What “no lottery” means. It applies to the species and access described, not every hunt on that property. Seasons, licenses, check-in, closures and capacity still apply. Public access does not reserve an exclusive spot. Check the agency’s current rules before travel. Back40 does not sell public-land access.
How we build this database

We match named agency areas and maps with ordinary-license species rules and area-specific exceptions. Each record has a source-check date. Records requiring an access or species drawing, unresolved access, and reviews older than 90 days stay out of search. This is a trip-planning database, not a live availability feed.

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