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Fishing in Clifton, NJ

New Jersey, United States

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Top fish species in Clifton

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Largemouth bass

Harlem Meer

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Largemouth bass

Clarks Pond

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Bluegill

Congers Lake

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Largemouth bass

Congers Lake

4 in · 2 oz

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Black crappie

Congers Lake

11 in · 1 lb

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Common carp

Willowbrook Lake

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Rainbow trout

Hibernia Brook

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Largemouth bass

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Black crappie

Butler Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

Mirror Lake

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About Clifton fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Clifton, New Jersey. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 56,756 catches for Largemouth bass, 9,774 catches for Striped bass, and 8,994 catches for Bluegill.

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Fishing regulations in Clifton

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in New Jersey can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of May 3, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Clifton fishing

Anglers in Clifton, NJ recommend these top fishing spots: Passaic River, Hartung Lake, Rahway River, Orange Reservoir, and Verona Lake.
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