Trout season in New Jersey is officially open as of this past Saturday, April 8, and – bolstered by the efforts of staff at the state’s Pequest Trout Hatchery – opportunities abound to spend quality time outdoors along a stream, lake or pond. Waterways have been freshly stocked with more than 180,000 rainbow trout, so grab a rod and head to one of many great angling spots.

“The quality of New Jersey’s trout fishing, as well as the trout we stock, is outstanding,” said N.J.