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Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Fish Connecticut

Connecticut is full of diverse fishing opportunities. Look below for information to help you start your Connecticut fishing adventure, including where to fish, what fish you are likely to find there, and more to keep you safe and successful on the water.

Our Trout Stocking Report has the latest trout stocking information!

Fishing Guides and Publications

Check out our online Freshwater Fishing Guide or Saltwater Fishing Guide to have all of the important information at your fingertips.

More fishing info from our partners with the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation: Take Me Fishing | Vamos a Pescar

Fish Distribution Report Annual report of the number of each species stocked into each waterbody

Learn To Fish

The CARE program offers FREE introductory fishing classes. Check out our DIY videos and our Let's Go Fishing workbook.

Interactive Maps and Information

Connecticut is Fishy This interactive application will cover everything you need for fishing in Connecticut! From species you can catch, where to go, fishing license information and more - Connecticut is Fishy has you covered!

Lake and Ponds - Where do I fish for...? This interactive map shows publicly accessible lakes, ponds, and CT River access. Pick a species and use the filter (many, some, few) to see locations to fish.

Interactive Trout Stocking Map: This interactive map shows all trout stocking locations around Connecticut, access points for fishing, and days since each waterbody was last stocked

Saltwater Fishing Map This interactive saltwater fishing application has it all – from places to fish, where to launch a boat, bait and tackle shops, party and charter fishing boats, coastal access, and more!

Trout and Salmon

Trout Parks designed to enhance trout fishing opportunities and success for young and novice anglers, Trout Parks are stocked frequently in spring and fall.

Community Fishing Waters established to promote natural resources and outdoor recreation opportunities within Connecticut’s major population centers and urban neighborhoods. Community Fishing Waters are stocked with trout and/or channel catfish.

Trout Management Areas Year-round trout fishing opportunities and high catch-rates can be found at our Trout Management Areas (TMAs)!

Wild Trout Management Areas Your chance to catch one of Connecticut's most beautiful looking trout.

Trout Management Lakes Scenic lakes offering some quality fishing for a potential large hold-over trout

Kokanee Salmon Lakes Only two lakes east of the Mississippi have a Kokanee salmon fishery, both are here in CT!

Atlantic Salmon Management Areas Two sections of river where you have the chance to catch the king of gamefish

Bass, Pike, Walleye, and Friends

Bass Management Lakes A variety of options for landing one of the most sought after gamefish in Connecticut

Northern Pike Management Waters Offer the chance to land one of the largest freshwater gamefish

Walleye Management Waters Your chance to land a delicious meal from one of the country's most popular gamefish

Channel Catfish Waters Quality and Quantity in these waters stocked with farm-raised channel catfish

Common Carp Trophy-sized at that!

Lake and Ponds - Where do I fish for...? This interactive map shows publicly accessible lakes, ponds, and CT River access. Pick a species and use the filter (many, some, few) to see locations to fish.

Saltwater

Enhanced Opportunity Shore Access These designated saltwater shore fishing locations have great public access and reduced length limits for summer flounder and scup to increase opportunity to bring dinner home!