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Rating depth structure for brook trout.
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26-acre lake near T5 R8 WELS. The lake tops out around 13 ft. The depth chart comes from published agency bathymetric survey data, so the contours are survey-derived rather than computer-modeled. Below is the species-by-species picture, pulled from the same data the map uses.
Messer Pond maps at 26 acres behind 1 miles of shoreline. The basin is a simple one (shoreline index 1.4) — close to a bowl, so the structure on the chart matters more than the bank. Every acre of it sits shallower than ~15 ft: one big littoral zone, cover and forage throughout. Call it 0.3 mi long by 0.3 mi wide at the broadest reach. Penobscot County claims this one. Weed Pond sits 5 mi west — the closest neighbouring chart.
Come spring, look for brook trout tight to the bank in 2 to 13 ft. Through summer count on 4 to 13 ft; the winter hold is 2 to 13 ft. If you only fish one area, make it Deep basin: a deep basin around 12 ft that scores prime in summer. Best bite is early morning and the evening. A small spoon fished deep or a trolled lake-clear wobbler + worm is the honest summer answer here.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 2 to 13 ft | dawn & dusk | Main-lake point (3 ft) | Small inline spinner (gold), Tiny spoon |
| Summer | 4 to 13 ft | dawn & dusk | Deep basin (12 ft) | Small spoon fished deep, Trolled lake-clear wobbler + worm |
| Fall | 2 to 13 ft | midday & dawn | Main-lake point (3 ft) | Small spoon (orange), Spinner |
| Winter | 2 to 13 ft | dawn | Deep basin (12 ft) | Small jigging spoon, Tungsten jig + plastic |
Count 3 structure marks on this chart. The deepest, Deep basin, sits near 12 ft.
Season dates, license requirements, and size and bag limits for Maine waters are set by the Maine IFW — and special regulations can apply to Messer Pond specifically, so confirm the current rules before you fish.
Check the official Maine fishing regulations →
Messer Pond is about 13 ft (4 m) deep at its deepest point. The depth chart comes from published agency bathymetric survey data, so the contours are survey-derived rather than computer-modeled.
Anglers target brook trout on Messer Pond.
Deep basin is the top-rated area: a deep basin in about 12 ft of water that rates prime for brook trout in summer. Every other rated spot, per species and season, is on the map above.
For brook trout, the summer bite is best in early morning and the evening. Each species page section below lists the seasonal windows, and the map shows a live NOW badge when you're inside one.
Fishing on Messer Pond is regulated by the Maine IFW. Check the official Maine regulations for current license requirements, season dates, and size and bag limits — special regulations can apply to this specific water.
Weed Pond 5 mi · Little Hathorn Pond 5 mi · Pogy Pond 6 mi · Jerry Pond 6 mi · Middle Fowler Pond 6 mi · Upper South Branch Pd 6 mi · Long Pond 7 mi · Lower South Branch Pond 7 mi · High Pond 7 mi · Lower Fowler Pond 7 mi · Deep Pond 7 mi · Russell Pond 7 mi
See how Messer Pond stacks up: best brook trout lakes in Maine
More water nearby: Penobscot County fishing maps (34 charts). Browse all Maine fishing maps or see every water on DepthScout. Bathymetry: published agency survey data. How we build these maps. Fish here with a sonar unit that logs? Send us your depth data and we'll improve this chart, credited to you. For fishing guidance only, never navigation.