Wantagh Mill Pond
Fishing Information
Previously called Jones Pond, Wantagh Mill Pond is a popular fishing spot. The numbers of fish are not quite as plentiful as other locations; however, the size of the fish are larger than other Nassau County waters.
Take your choice from bass to chain pickerel to panfish to carp. All offer good action. It is probably the best yellow perch lake in Nassau County. In 1993, the state record black bullhead came from the pond weighing in at a whopping 7 lb. 7 oz.
Physical Features:
Area: 15 acres
Maximum depth: 3.5 feet
Species Present (naturally reproducing):
Largemouth Bass
Chain Pickerel
Bluegill
Pumpkinseed
Black Crappie
Yellow Perch
White Perch
Carp
Brown Bullhead
American Eel
Black Bullhead
Species Present (stocked):
None. Nassau County stocking information.
Special Regulations:
For a complete listing of Nassau County Special Regulations.
General State Freshwater Fishing Regulations
Public Access:
Nassau County Park
Directions: Wantagh Mill Pond is located in Wantagh just to the west of the Wantagh State Parkway on the north side of Merrick Road.
Restrictions: Boats are prohibited, but shoreline access is available.
Health Advisories: No specific advisory.
