What lives in Lake Hopatcong?
What lives in Lake Hopatcong? Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, sunfish, yellow and white perch, rock bass, bluegill, crappie, chain pickerel, channel catfish, bullhead, and carp all inhabit the lake. Eels also have been caught.
Why is Lake Hopatcong closed?
Lake Hopatcong swim area closed due to dangerous algae blooms. An area of Lake Hopatcong is closed to the public after two rounds of water testing in the area showed high levels of harmful algae blooms.
What is the biggest bass caught in Lake Hopatcong?
Largemouth bass are probably the most fished in this water. The record is 7 lb. 8 oz., but consider anything over 3 lbs. a good fish and 5 lbs.