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Fishing in Bethel, CT

Connecticut, United States

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Chain pickerel

Broad Brook Reservoir

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Brook trout

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Largemouth bass

Lake Candlewood

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Rainbow trout

Axle Shop Pond

13 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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Chain pickerel

New Croton Reservoir

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Chain pickerel

New Croton Reservoir

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Rainbow trout

Pequonnock River

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Rainbow trout

Pequonnock River

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Chain pickerel

New Croton Reservoir

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Yellow perch

Kensico Reservoir

8 in · 1 lb

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About Bethel fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Bethel, Connecticut. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 28,491 catches for Largemouth bass, 4,730 catches for Striped bass, and 4,146 catches for Bluegill.

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Fishing regulations in Bethel

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Connecticut can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of April 11, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Anglers in Bethel, CT recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Candlewood, Saugatuck Reservoir, Lake Zoar, Lake Lillinonah, and Lake Mohegan.
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