Go Fish in Connecticut
last updated: March 2026
Whether you’re fly fishing the Housatonic or Farmington Rivers, catching monster Northern Pike in Bantam Lake, or even cruising Long Island Sound for favorites like fluke, porgy, sea bass and bluefish, fishing in Connecticut has never been more popular. And thanks to our friends at the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), now it’s even easier to get out there, with online resources and a website filled with tips, guides, maps and more. Check out a few of the other great resources available to help you reel in a big one in Connecticut.
Opening Day
Spring fishing kicks off in March. Get ready to join fellow fishing fans along the Housatonic, Farmington and Connecticut Rivers. You can find information on when to fish, where to fish, and even beginner fishing classes by clicking learn more.
Popular Fishing Holes
From ponds to piers, rivers and lakes to deeper waters, and wheelchair accessible areas too, you can find all kinds of places to fish throughout the state, including stocked trout parks, here. Looking to go out with a pro? Click learn more to see a list of outfitters and charter companies in Connecticut.
Fishing for Kids
It’s time to get the kids off the screens and into the streams! DEEP makes it easy with a page for the kids. It’s the place to get a Youth Fishing Passport, sign up for the Fishing Challenge, and find additional activities that are fun for the whole family.
Get the Guide
For more information on everything about fishing in Connecticut, be sure to download the Annual Fishing Guide by clicking learn more.
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