Fishing in Maine

Important Information

• 2022 Laws & Rules
• Licenses & Permits
• Fish Stocking Report
• Illegal Fish Introduction
• Accessing Private Land
• Winter Ice Safety
• Buy Your License

Fishing Opportunities

Find great freshwater fishing spots recommended by regional fisheries biologists by Maine Region Map or download the Maine Fishing Guide below.

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Download Guide (PDF)

Illegal Fish Introduction

Unauthorized introductions of invasive, exotic fish species are particularly destructive to Maine's native fish species, especially brook trout populations. Introductions of invasive fish cause irreversible changes to entire aquatic ecosystems. Read more about Illegal Fish Introduction