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Fishing Opportunities in the Rangeley Lakes Region
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Stream/River Fishing For Brook Trout And Landlocked Salmon
Rangeley River, Oquossoc
- Wild landlocked salmon and brook trout
- Fly fishing only
- Extended fishing season through October (catch and release)
Upper Dam Pool, Richardstown
- Trophy-size landlocked salmon and brook trout
- Extended fishing through October (catch and release)
- Fly fishing only
Rapid River, Township C and Upton
- Trophy-size wild brook trout; also wild landlocked salmon
- Fly fishing only
- Catch-and-release fishery for brook trout
- Walk-in access from dirt road off Route 16, or by small boat from Pond in the River
- Scenic river with many rapids and pools
Magalloway River, Wilsons Mills
- Trophy-size wild brook trout and wild landlocked salmon
- Fly fishing only
- Many walk-in access points down stream of Aziscohos Dam
- Scenic river with several rapids and pools
South Branch Dead River, Langtown TWP, Coplin PLT
- Stocked brook trout
- Best fishing in spring and fall
- Extended fishing in October (catch and release)
- Many access sites along Route 16
Cupsuptic River, Lower and Upper Cupsuptic TWPs
- Native brook trout
- Fly fishing only
- Many walk-in access points
- Remote setting
Kennebago River, Lower Cupsuptic and Stetstown TWPs
- Wild brook trout and landlocked salmon
- Fly fishing only; catch and release after August 15
- Access off Route 16 and the Boy Scout Road
- The lower section of river makes a nice canoe trip
Sandy River, Sandy River PLT, Madrid
- Wild brook trout upstream of Smalls Falls
- Stocked brown trout downstream of Smalls Falls
Trolling Fisheries For Landlocked Salmon And Brook Trout
Rangeley Lake, Rangeley
- Trophy-size landlocked salmon and brook trout
- Trailered boat access at Rangeley, Oquossoc, and Rangeley Lake State Park
Mooselookmeguntic Lake, Rangeley PLT and Adamstown
- Fast fishing for abundant wild landlocked salmon
- Trophy-size wild brook trout
- Trailered boat access at Cupsuptic Lake, Haines Landing, and near Toothaker Island
Richardson Lakes, Richardstown TWP and Township C
- Landlocked salmon; occasional brook trout and lake trout
- Trailered boat access at north end (Mill Brook) and south end (South Arm)
- Highly scenic lake with sand beaches
- Campsites available
Aziscohos Lake, Parkertown TWP and Lincoln PLT
- Wild landlocked salmon and quality-size brook trout
- Trailered boat access at Black Brook Cove
- Boat access from unimproved landing at north end
- Very scenic lake with campsites
Beaver Mountain Lake, Sandy River PLT
- Wild landlocked salmon and brook trout
- Trailered boat access at Route 4, parking limited
Walk-In Ponds
Aziscohos Pond, Magalloway Plantation
- Stocked brook trout
Mountain Pond, Rangeley Plantation
- Wild brook trout
Ledge Pond, Sandy River PLT
- Stocked brook trout
- High-elevation pond on the Appalachian Trail
Midway Pond, Sandy River PLT
- Stocked brook trout
- High-elevation pond on the Appalachian Trail
Four Ponds, Townships D and E
- Long Pond: stocked brook trout and wild Sunapee trout
- Round Pond: stocked brook trout; fly fishing only
- Sabbath Day Pond: wild brook trout; fly fishing only
- Moxie Pond: stocked brook trout; fly fishing only
South (Pine Tree) Pond, Sandy River Plantation
- Stocked brook trout
Spencer Pond, Township D
- Stocked brook trout
- Fly fishing only
Swift River Pond, Township E
- Stocked brook trout
Little Swift River Pond, Township E
- Wild brook trout
Drive-To Trout Ponds
Quimby Pond, Rangeley
- Wild/stocked brook trout that grow to trophy size
- Fly fishing only
- Canoe access with parking
Round Pond, Rangeley
- Stocked brook trout
- Fly fishing only
East Richardson Ponds, Adamstown TWP
- Stocked brook trout
West Richardson Pond, Adamstown TWP
- Stocked brook trout
Saddleback Lake, Dallas PLT
- Stocked brook trout
Dodge Pond, Rangeley
- Wild landlocked salmon and stocked brook trout
Sandy River Ponds, Sandy River PLT
- Stocked brook trout
Beaver Pond, Township D
- Stocked brook trout
Small Streams For Wild/Native Brook Trout
South Bog Stream, Rangeley Plantation
- Fly fishing only
- Section upstream of S. Shore Drive is catch and release
Bemis Stream, Township D
- Lower section is fly fishing only
Cascade Stream (Saddleback Stream), Sandy River Plantation
- Fly fishing only
- Access via scenic gorge trail
Kids Fishing Opportunities
Haley Pond Outlet, Rangeley village
- Restricted to persons less than 16 years of age under general law regulations, except that no live fish as bait is allowed, and it is closed to the taking of smelts.
Magalloway River, Lincoln Plantation
- Bennett's Covered Bridge to a half-mile upstream: persons under 16 years of age fish under general law limit
Private Lands
Many of Maine's fisheries can only be accessed by using private lands. Please treat all lands you use with respect. Please, try to leave the woods and waters better than you found them to help ensure future access. Thank You.
Illegal introductions
Illegal introductions can destroy native fish populations and alter the ecology of Maine's waters, FOREVER! Introducing any fish species or possessing or transporting any live fish (except baitfish) is illegal. These are Class E Crimes punishable by a fine of $10,000 and may result in the suspension of all Department-issued licenses and permits.
