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Lake Matawan

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

New Jersey, United States

3.6·9 catches

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Lake Matawan fishing reports

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Largemouth bass

19 in · 4 lb

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Largemouth bass

17 in · 3 lb

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Smallmouth bass

21 in · 5 lb

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Pumpkinseed

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Bluegill

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Lake Matawan is a lake located in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Chain pickerel, and Pumpkinseed.

Location

40°24′58.1″N 74°13′35.3″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Lake Matawan?

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Fishing regulations at Lake Matawan, NJ

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.

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Reviews of Lake Matawan

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FAQ about Lake Matawan fishing

Lake Matawan is a lake located in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°24′58.1″N 74°13′35.3″W
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