Fishing: Largemouth Bass
Largemouth bass, Micropterus salmoides, represent a new and growing sport fishery in Maine. Until recently, Maine anglers considered largemouths to be “trash fish.” Now, many anglers are aware that …
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Sebago Lake
Key Species: lake trout, brook trout, landlocked salmon, brown trout possible, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, white perch, black crappie, pickerel, cusk Best Way to Fish: boat, canoe Best Time …
Fishing: Redbreasted Sunfish
Redbreasted sunfish are Maine’s answer to the bluegill. These spunky panfish are found in many Maine lakes, most notably those in the Rangeley region. Redbreasted sunfish attain weights up …
Wild River
Key Species: brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout possible Best Way to Fish: wading Best Time to Fish: May through June MAG: 10, B-1 Description: This freestone mountain stream …
Oyster River
Key Species: brook trout, brown trout possible Best Way to Fish: wading Best Time to Fish: April through June MAG: 14, E-2 Description: Oyster River is really a good-sized …
Midcoast Maine
The Midcoast region displays the splendid irregularities of the Maine coastline. Coves, rocky points, peninsulas, and river mouths add to the stark beauty of this rugged shore. In Midcoast …
Fishing: Bullheads
Bullheads, known as “hornpout” in Maine, are found in vast numbers throughout the state. A small variety of catfish, bullheads are easily taken on worms or dead minnows. When …
Maines Top Fishing Spots Southern Maine
Southern Maine is the most populated section of the state, yet it has dozens of lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams. Many of southern Maines rivers offer fast trout fishing …
Fishing: Cusk
Cusk, a type of landlocked codfish, inhabit most northern Maine lakes as well as some lakes in the central region. These fish are bottom feeders and are primarily nocturnal. …
Fishing: Black Crappie
Black crappies exist in Maine due to accidental or illegal introduction. These fish first showed up in Sebago and Sebasticook lakes and are steadily extending their range. Maine’s largest …