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ANGLERS of MCR WE NEED YOUR HELP

ANGLERS of MCR WE NEED YOUR HELP

by Merrill Creek Reservoir | Jun 19, 2026 | Fish, Habitat, Merrill Creek Reservoir

Starting June of 2026 MCR, in conjunction with NJDFW, is starting a study of MCR’s Salmonidae species in the reservoir.  Specifically, MCR is conducting creel surveys for ONLY Atlantic Land-locked Salmon, Lake Trout and Rainbow Trout.  Should an angler catch any of...
Merrill Creek Reservoir is now a Lunker Bass Waterbody – Changes to Fishing Regulations for Bass and Lake Trout at MCR

Merrill Creek Reservoir is now a Lunker Bass Waterbody – Changes to Fishing Regulations for Bass and Lake Trout at MCR

by Merrill Creek Reservoir | Feb 10, 2026 | Fish, Merrill Creek Reservoir

As per the new 2026 NJDEP Fishing Regulations, NJDEP has designated Merrill Creek Reservoir as a Lunker Bass Waterbody.  What does that mean?  Well for one, MCR HAS BIG BASS!  But to help manage the fisheries MCR is now subject to the Lunker Bass regulation set, which...

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