How deep is Gardner Lake?

Gardner Lake reaches a maximum depth of 36 feet, according to the CT DEEP Lake Bathymetry survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 6 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.

Where is the deepest part of Gardner Lake?

The deepest surveyed water on Gardner Lake sits toward the southeastern corner of the lake, inside the 36 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.

How accurate is this Gardner Lake depth map?

The contours come from the CT DEEP Lake Bathymetry survey. Depths change over time with water levels and sediment, so treat this map as a planning guide for fishing, and never use it for navigation.

Connecticut lake depth maps

Gardner Lake depth map

Gardner Lake in Salem, Connecticut reaches a depth of 36 feet. The official Connecticut survey maps 6 depth bands across 11 contour lines. This free map of Gardner Lake shows every surveyed contour as an interactive depth chart you can use to plan a session before you travel.

Gardner Lake depth chart: 6 depth bands to 36 ft

Data: CT DEEP Lake Bathymetry (CC0), retrieved August 2026 · depths change over time · not for navigation

Gardner Lake depth chart data
Depth contour	Share of mapped area inside it
6 ft	about 100%
12 ft	about 73%
18 ft	about 55%
24 ft	about 3%
30 ft	about 2%
36 ft	under 1%

Share of the surveyed surface area enclosed by each depth contour, computed from the CT DEEP Lake Bathymetry data.

How to fish Gardner Lake: mid-depth structure water

With 36 feet at its deepest, the fish-holding structure is the mid-depth contour: drop-offs, points and inside turns between the shallows and the basin. Use the 6 mapped depth bands to find where contour lines pinch together, which marks the sharpest breaks, and work those edges first, especially early season and again in the fall as fish follow bait between depths.

Ice fishing on Gardner Lake

Gardner Lake is a classic ice-fishing depth: enough water to hold fish all winter without the long freeze-up of a deep basin. Start on the deepest mapped hole at first light, then work the breaks where contour lines tighten. Mid-depth flats near the basin edge produce through midday. Always verify ice thickness locally before walking out.

Gardner Lake depth map FAQs

How deep is Gardner Lake?: Gardner Lake reaches a maximum depth of 36 feet, according to the CT DEEP Lake Bathymetry survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 6 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.
Where is the deepest part of Gardner Lake?: The deepest surveyed water on Gardner Lake sits toward the southeastern corner of the lake, inside the 36 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.
How accurate is this Gardner Lake depth map?: The contours come from the CT DEEP Lake Bathymetry survey. Depths change over time with water levels and sediment, so treat this map as a planning guide for fishing, and never use it for navigation.

Depth maps for lakes near Gardner Lake

Horse Pond depth map · 15 ft max · 4 mi away
Lake Hayward depth map · 33 ft max · 5 mi away
Norwich Pond depth map · 30 ft max · 10 mi away
Williams Pond depth map · 15 ft max · 10 mi away
Pataganset Lake depth map · 30 ft max · 10 mi away

Mapped fishing venues near Gardner Lake

Gardner Lake in the venue directory covers access and fishing details for this water.

Horse Pond · 4 mi away
Lake Hayward · 5 mi away
Norwich Pond · 10 mi away

Fishing in Connecticut needs a state license: US fishing license guide · all Connecticut venues