need some trout advice

[Billfish715]

Not for nothing, but, knowing the river is just as important as technique, bait, etc. if you are 50-100 feet away from a "spot" you won't catch any. Most of the holes near the stocking points get hit hard. Try getting away from the crowd. Speaking of stocking points, it's important to know them if you fish in NJ. You have to have a few backup spots if your primary spot isn't producing. Finally, stay away from the spots where the bucket brigades hang out.

[bigboy5522]

Winter is a tough time you need to get your lure right in front of the fish, they wont really chase like in the spring/fall. Jigs under a bobber like others have said or try your luck in the spring when they stock. Might be easier to catch some then and build your skills.

[Capt. Lou]

U can regularly catch trout in winter just put in your time , fish holding water only . I would not recommend hardware when stream temps plummet, stick with bait or minnow imitating lures .
You can take trout on a variety of lures when temps warm but not consistently in winter .
Spinners have NEVER been a winter go to lure for me , well presented bait always produces if stream conditions are right .
Once u learn how to fish bait , properly lures are fished exactly the same .

[LightGearMike]

Only hit the flatbrook a few times since November but hit every time there. If you're looking for an easy go, head there! I have a few Ramapo spots that are holding 20-25 trout a piece but you've got a hell of a hike ahead of you. One is a good 2.5 mile hike from the closest legal parking spot. Like one guy said before... find 2 stocking points and check somewhere in the middle!

[23cardinal]

Originally Posted by LightGearMike

Only hit the flatbrook a few times since November but hit every time there. If you're looking for an easy go, head there! I have a few Ramapo spots that are holding 20-25 trout a piece but you've got a hell of a hike ahead of you. One is a good 2.5 mile hike from the closest legal parking spot. Like one guy said before... find 2 stocking points and check somewhere in the middle!

Amen! Since u know my spot lol- u ever go on the other side with the stairs? Saw a fly guy there last week- Lives down the street Also- bridges make good summer holes- deep broken water behind. And usually sunny on one side.