Southards Pond, Babylon
Fishing Information
Southards Pond is part of the Carll's River system located in a Babylon Town Park. It contains the usual Long Island assortment of resident warmwater species (see list below) and, in addition, it is stocked with trout to provide a seasonal fishing opportunities in the cooler months. Southards Pond regularly yields large yellow perch to early season anglers.
Thanks to the undeveloped parkland surrounding the pond, it is a scenic refuge. Wading is easy on the south end of the pond but can be treacherous on the north end due to the soft bottom.
Physical Features:
Area: 19 acres
Maximum depth: 5 feet
Species Present (naturally reproducing):
Chain Pickerel
Largemouth Bass
Bluegill
Pumpkinseed
Brown Bullhead
Yellow Perch
Carp
Species Present (stocked):
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout
Suffolk County stocking information
Fishing Regulations:
Suffolk County special fishing regulations exist.
Public Access:
Babylon Village, Shoreline access. Access is via many dirt footpaths located around the perimeter of the pond. Wading is permitted. The south shoreline offers the easiest access.
Directions: Southards Pond lies just south of Sunrise Highway (Rt. 27) in Babylon.
Restrictions: Boats are prohibited, but shoreline access is available. Park is closed dusk to dawn.
Health Advisories:
No specific advisory.
