Fishing

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• Freshwater Fishing

  Find all the resources you need to get out and enjoy freshwater fishing in Connecticut!

• Herring Closure

  Emergency Fishery Closure is in effect for Alewife and Blueback Herring. Read on for more information.

• Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Striped Bass

  Read the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Striped Bass.

• Lobster Monitoring Program

  Learn how the Connecticut Fisheries Division monitors lobster populations in Long Island Sound.

• Lobster Fisheries Management

  Learn about lobster management in Connecticut.

• Common Carp Management and Fishing

  Learn about fishing for common carp in Connecticut!

• American Shad

  In 2003, the American shad was designated Connecticut’s “State Fish.”

• Wild Trout Management Areas

  Wild trout are Connecticut's freshwater gems.

• Kokanee Salmon Program

  Learn about Connecticut's unique Kokanee salmon program and fishery!

• Trout Stocking Maps for Rivers and Streams

  Interactive Trout Stocking Maps and Topographic Maps

• American Brook Lamprey

  Learn more about this endangered, maybe native, and definitely not parasitic fish!

• American Eel

  The American eel is commonly used for bait and food, but is declining throughout much of its range.

• Walleye Fisheries

  Learn the where, what, when, how, and why of walleye management in Connecticut!

• CT Fishin' Tips

  Subscribe to our monthly newsletter that has all the info you need to get out fishing!

• Trout Parks

  Check out CT's Trout Parks! Great trout fishing opportunities right in your backyard.