🐟 What fish can you catch in Hartford?

Most commonly caught species around Hartford , CT : Largemouth bass - 28,065 reported catches Bluegill - 5,254 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 4,031 reported catches Rainbow trout - 3,980 reported catches Chain pickerel - 2,770 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Hartford fishing reports?

The latest Hartford , CT fishing reports are: @collinsheppard reported a nice Bluegill at Windsor Locks Canal . @kimberly.carr reported a nice Chain pickerel at Windsor Locks Canal . @kimberly.carr reported a nice Rock bass at Windsor Locks Canal . @aperez3597 reported a nice Chain pickerel at Sylvan Lake . @LMBsean reported a nice Pumpkinseed at Bantam River . .

Fishing in Hartford, CT

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Hartford, Connecticut?

Anglers in Hartford , CT recommend these top fishing spots: Farmington River , Plainville Reservoir (Crescent Lake) , Wethersfield Cove , Union Pond , Keney Park Pond .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Hartford?

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Top fish species in Hartford

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Bluegill

Windsor Locks Canal

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Rock bass

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Sylvan Lake

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Pumpkinseed

Bantam River

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Largemouth bass

Jennings Pond

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Black bullhead

Sun Valley Lake

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Fishing regulations in Hartford

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 May 4, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Hartford fishing

Anglers in Hartford, CT recommend these top fishing spots: Farmington River, Plainville Reservoir (Crescent Lake), Wethersfield Cove, Union Pond, and Keney Park Pond.

Most commonly caught species around Hartford, CT:

Largemouth bass - 28,065 reported catches
Bluegill - 5,254 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 4,031 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 3,980 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 2,770 reported catches

The latest Hartford, CT fishing reports are:

@collinsheppard reported a nice Bluegill at Windsor Locks Canal.
@kimberly.carr reported a nice Chain pickerel at Windsor Locks Canal.
@kimberly.carr reported a nice Rock bass at Windsor Locks Canal.
@aperez3597 reported a nice Chain pickerel at Sylvan Lake.
@LMBsean reported a nice Pumpkinseed at Bantam River.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Hartford, CT. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: