Fishing

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• Suckers

  Three species of suckers have been reported in Connecticut. Two are native, with the other uncertain in origin.

• Sunfishes and Freshwater Basses

  There are eleven sunfish species in Connecticut, only three of which are native.

• Swamp Darter

  Swamp darters are very small, camouflaged and secretive. Primarily for this reason, their distribution in Connecticut is not fully defined, nor is it clear whether their range has changed over time.

• Temperate Basses

  All North American members of the family are important gamefish, and some support significant commercial fisheries.

• Freshwater Fishing

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

• Fishing Access for Persons with Disabilities

  Find fishing areas with access for persons with disabilities.

• Herring Closure

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

• Trout Management Publications

  Publications relating to trout management in Connecticut.

• Angler's Guide Photo Contest

  Learn how to enter your photo to be featured on the annual CT Fishing Guide cover!

• Directions to Wolfe Park, Monroe

  Directions to Great Hollow Pond in Wolfe Park, Monroe

• EZ File Permit Applications

  Find access to on-line permit applications for fishing and boating through our ezFile system.

• Fisheries Frequently Asked Questions

  Learn the answers to some of the Fisheries Division's most asked questions!

• Commercial Fishing

  Connecticut has a rich heritage of commercial fishing, from the offshore fleet in Stonington and New London, to Long Island Sound lobster boats spanning the coast to Greenwich. Commercial fishing makes an important contribution to Connecticut’s economy.

• Fisheries Office Directory

  Fisheries Division Contact Information

• Lobster Fisheries Management

  Learn about lobster management in Connecticut.