Fishing in Connecticut

Connecticut's reservoirs, rivers, and Long Island Sound provide diverse fishing. Candlewood Lake and Barkhamsted Reservoir hold trout, bass, and chain pickerel. The Connecticut River is excellent for shad and striped bass. Saltwater anglers target bluefish, weakfish, and fluke from the Sound.

Top Species

• Largemouth Bass
• Striped Bass
• Rainbow Trout
• American Shad
• Bluefish
• Fluke

Top Waters

• Candlewood Lake
• Connecticut River
• Barkhamsted Reservoir
• Long Island Sound

Fishing Types

• Saltwater / offshore fishing
• Freshwater / lake / river fishing

Fishing License

Connecticut DEEP — visit their site for current regulations and license requirements.