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Rating depth structure for brook trout.
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232-acre lake near Bowdoin College Grant West Twp. The lake tops out around 77 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.
On the chart, Rum Pond draws 230 acres inside 3.1 miles of shoreline. The shoreline is moderately structured (index 1.5) — enough points and pockets to pattern. About 25% of the surface sits shallower than 15 ft — that's the weed-and-bait zone. Call it 1.1 mi long by 0.6 mi wide at the broadest reach. You'll find it in Piscataquis County. The nearest mapped water is Grenell Pond, 1 mi to the west.
In spring, brook trout run shallow here, mostly 2 to 15 ft. Summer pushes them deeper, 10 to 30 ft, and winter fish settle into 3 to 20 ft. Secondary point is the standout, a point at roughly 2 ft, rated prime for spring brook trout. Time it for early morning and the evening. You won't need more than a small spoon fished deep or a trolled lake-clear wobbler + worm most summer days.
| Season | Depth | Best window | Start at | Go-to baits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 2 to 15 ft | dawn & dusk | Secondary point (2 ft) | Small inline spinner (gold), Tiny spoon |
| Summer | 10 to 30 ft | dawn & dusk | Break off the point (36 ft) | Small spoon fished deep, Trolled lake-clear wobbler + worm |
| Fall | 2 to 15 ft | midday & dawn | Secondary point (2 ft) | Small spoon (orange), Spinner |
| Winter | 3 to 20 ft | dawn | Shallow bay flat (2 ft) | Small jigging spoon, Tungsten jig + plastic |
Count 7 structure marks on this chart. The deepest, Deep basin, sits near 75 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 Rum Pond specifically, so confirm the current rules before you fish.
Check the official Maine fishing regulations →
Rum Pond is about 77 ft (23 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 Rum Pond.
Secondary point is the top-rated area: a point in about 2 ft of water that rates prime for brook trout in spring. Open the map above to see every rated spot for each species and season.
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 Rum 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.
Grenell Pond 1 mi · Secret Pond 2 mi · Salmon Pond 2 mi · Notch Pond 2 mi · Upper Wilson Pond 3 mi · Secret Pond 3 mi · Brown Pond 3 mi · Little Mud Pond 4 mi · Hedgehog Pond 4 mi · Trout Pond 5 mi · Horseshoe Pond 5 mi · Fogg Pond 5 mi
See how Rum Pond stacks up: best brook trout lakes in Maine
More water nearby: Piscataquis County fishing maps (191 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.