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I caught my first stream trout at India Brook in Mendham's India Brook Park when I was a kid over 20 years ago. It's closer to the Brunswicks than the streams mentioned above. It's a small brook that is running low because it hasn't rained much this spring. But you should be able to get one spin fishing with either 2 or 4lb test. Has both wild & stocked fish.

Another good spot is the South Branch of the Raritan River in Califon between the Vernoy Rd bridge and Hoffmann's Crossing Rd bridge. Also closer to the Brunswicks that the streams mentioned above. The river is heavily stocked and there are also wild trout there too. You could also stop at Shannon's on Main St. there if you like. It is primarily a fly shop, but they do sell some spinning gear and bait. If you tell them that you are looking to catch your first trout they will help you make sure you are setup properly. The guys there are very nice.