Fisheries

Maine is a renowned fishing destination that offers unique, high quality fisheries for coldwater species such as brook trout, landlocked Atlantic salmon, lake trout, arctic charr, and lake whitefish; and warmwater species such as large and smallmouth bass.

The Department of Inland Fisheries and wildlife oversees Maine's inland fisheries and strives to enhance, preserve and protect them, while providing a diverse, sustainable fishery for all to enjoy.