Southards Pond is part of the Carll's River system located in Babylon Town Park.
Physical Features:
Elevation: 10 feet
Area: 19 acres
Shoreline Length: 0.87 miles
Maximum depth: 5 feet
Town: Babylon
Access:
Babylon Village, Shoreline access. Access is via many dirt footpaths located around the perimeter of the pond. Wading is permitted. The south shoreline offers the easiest access.
Directions: Southards Pond lies just south of Sunrise Highway (Rt. 27) in Babylon.
Restrictions: Boats are prohibited, but shoreline access is available. Park is closed dusk to dawn.
Fish Species:
Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Brown Bullhead, Yellow Perch, Carp, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout.
Fishing:
It contains the usual Long Island assortment of resident warmwater species (see list above) and, in addition, it is stocked with trout to provide seasonal fishing opportunities in the cooler months. Southards Pond regularly yields large yellow perch to early season anglers.
Thanks to the undeveloped parkland surrounding the pond, it is a scenic refuge. Wading is easy on the south end of the pond but can be treacherous on the north end due to the soft bottom.
Regulations:
Statewide Fishing Regulations Apply
Health Advice on Eating Fish You Catch:
Visit NYS Department of Health website for health advice on eating fish you catch.
