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Second River

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New Jersey, United States

3.7·25 catches

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Creek chub

10 in · 1 lb

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Creek chub

5 in · 2 oz

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Golden shiner

6 in · 2 oz

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Creek chub

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Pumpkinseed

5 in · 2 oz

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Pumpkinseed

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General info

Second River is a stream located in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Creek chub, and Pumpkinseed.

Location

40°48′26.9″N 74°12′30.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Second River, 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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6.0 miles away

Newark

6.0 miles away

Wallington

6.2 miles away

Garfield

7.2 miles away

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FAQ about Second River fishing

the Second River is a stream located in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°48′26.9″N 74°12′30.7″W
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