Upper Mills Pond, Calverton
Fishing Information
Upper Mills Pond is just downstream from Forge Pond on the Peconic River. The fish habitat and fishing opportunities are very similar to Forge Pond.
Fishing for largemouth bass is very good. Pickerel are also abundant and the sunfish fishing is excellent in the spring. A small boat is extremely helpful in fishing this pond.
Physical Features:
Area: 60 acres
Maximum depth: 6 feet
Species Present (naturally reproducing):
Largemouth Bass
Chain Pickerel
Bluegill
Pumpkinseed
Black Crappie
Yellow Perch
White Perch
Carp
Brown Bullhead
Species Present (stocked):
None. Suffolk County stocking information
Regulations:
For a complete listing see Suffolk County Special Regulations
Public Access:
Access is a DEC parking area off of Route 25. (Additionally, The Fisherman's Deli, located on the south side of Route 25 rents boats and also allows fishermen to launch hand carry boats from their store.)
Directions: Take Route 25 into Riverhead. The DEC parking area will be on your right opposite the Snowflake Ice Cream stand.
Restrictions: Hand launched boats are allowed; shoreline access is available but limited.
Health Advisories: No specific advisory.
