How deep is Lake Hayward?

Lake Hayward reaches a maximum depth of 33 feet, according to the CT DEEP Lake Bathymetry survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 11 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.

Where is the deepest part of Lake Hayward?

The deepest surveyed water on Lake Hayward sits toward the southeastern corner of the lake, inside the 33 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.

How accurate is this Lake Hayward 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

Lake Hayward depth map

Lake Hayward in East Haddam, Connecticut reaches a depth of 33 feet. The official Connecticut survey maps 11 depth bands across 45 contour lines. This free map of Lake Hayward shows every surveyed contour as an interactive depth chart you can use to plan a session before you travel.

Lake Hayward depth chart: 11 depth bands to 33 ft

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

Lake Hayward depth chart data
Depth contour	Share of mapped area inside it
3 ft	about 10%
6 ft	about 2%
15 ft	about 1%
33 ft	about 1%

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

How to fish Lake Hayward: mid-depth structure water

With 33 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 11 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 Lake Hayward

Lake Hayward 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.

Lake Hayward depth map FAQs

How deep is Lake Hayward?: Lake Hayward reaches a maximum depth of 33 feet, according to the CT DEEP Lake Bathymetry survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 11 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.
Where is the deepest part of Lake Hayward?: The deepest surveyed water on Lake Hayward sits toward the southeastern corner of the lake, inside the 33 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.
How accurate is this Lake Hayward 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 Lake Hayward

Bashan Lake depth map · 45 ft max · 5 mi away
Gardner Lake depth map · 36 ft max · 5 mi away
Horse Pond depth map · 15 ft max · 6 mi away
Chapman Pond depth map · 16 ft max · 8 mi away
Williams Pond depth map · 15 ft max · 8 mi away

Mapped fishing venues near Lake Hayward

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

Bashan Lake · 5 mi away
Gardner Lake · 5 mi away
Horse Pond · 6 mi away

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