--- Trout Identification ---

In New Jersey, the vast majority of trout caught are either Rainbow (40%), Brook (40%), or Brown Trout (20%). Lake Trout can also be found in deep, cold lakes in New Jersey, but are not common throughout the state.


Rainbow Trout

Availability: Very Common

Average Size: 1/2 to 2 Lbs.

NJ State Record: 13 Lb. 0 Oz.

IGFA Record: 42 Lb. 2 Oz.

Average number stocked in NJ: 250,000


Brook Trout

Availability: Very Common

Average Size: 1/4 to 1 Lbs.

NJ State Record: 7 Lb. 3 Oz.

IGFA Record: 14 Lb. 8 Oz.

Average number stocked in NJ: 250,000


Brown Trout

Availability: Common

Average Size: 1/2 to 2 Lbs.

NJ State Record: 21 Lb. 6 Oz.

IGFA Record: 40 Lb. 4 Oz.

Average number stocked in NJ: 120,000


Lake Trout

Availability: Found only in Round Valley Res. and Merrill Creek Res.

Average Size: 2 to 5 Lbs.

NJ State Record: 32 Lb. 8z.

IGFA Record: 66 Lb. 8 Oz.


Golden Trout

Availability: Very Uncommon

Average Size: 1/2 to 1 Lbs.

NJ State Record: None

IGFA Record: 11 Lb. 0 Oz.


Cutthroat Trout

Availability: Very Uncommon

Average Size: 1/2 to 2 Lbs.

NJ State Record: None

IGFA Record: 41 Lb. 0 Oz.


Dolly Varden Trout

Availability: Very Uncommon

Average Size: 1/2 to 2 Lbs.

NJ State Record: None

IGFA Record: 18 Lb. 9 Oz.


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