🐟 What fish can you catch in Waterford?

Most commonly caught species around Waterford , CT : Largemouth bass - 12,106 reported catches Striped bass - 4,953 reported catches Rainbow trout - 2,595 reported catches Bluegill - 2,295 reported catches Chain pickerel - 1,849 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Waterford fishing reports?

The latest Waterford , CT fishing reports are: @willykapalot reported a nice Brook trout at Spaulding Pond . @LastcastRICT reported a nice Rainbow trout . @Brayden.cz reported a nice Chain pickerel . @benmyllymaki reported a nice Rainbow trout at Pawcatuck River . @AdamMyllymaki reported a nice Rainbow trout at Pawcatuck River . .

Fishing in Waterford, CT

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Waterford, Connecticut?

Anglers in Waterford , CT recommend these top fishing spots: Long Island Sound , Connecticut River , Town of East Hampton Coast , Thames River , Moodus Reservoir .

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

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Connecticut, United States

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Top fish species in Waterford

Latest Waterford fishing reports

Brook trout

Spaulding Pond

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Rainbow trout

length · weight

Chain pickerel

length · weight

Rainbow trout

Pawcatuck River

16 in · 2 lb

Rainbow trout

Pawcatuck River

13 in · 2 lb

Rainbow trout

Pawcatuck River

15 in · 2 lb

Brown trout

Horse Pond

8 in · 3 oz

Rainbow trout

Alton Pond

length · weight

Rainbow trout

Alton Pond

length · weight

Rainbow trout

Alton Pond

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Waterford

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 Largemouth bass as of April 23rd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Min size

12"

Measurement

Total Length

Aggregate

No minimum size requirement in rivers and streams

Open year-round

Legal Methods: angling, icefishing

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

41°22′9.1″N 72°08′53.9″W

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FAQ about Waterford fishing

Anglers in Waterford, CT recommend these top fishing spots: Long Island Sound, Connecticut River, Town of East Hampton Coast, Thames River, and Moodus Reservoir.

Most commonly caught species around Waterford, CT:

Largemouth bass - 12,106 reported catches
Striped bass - 4,953 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 2,595 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,295 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 1,849 reported catches

The latest Waterford, CT fishing reports are:

@willykapalot reported a nice Brook trout at Spaulding Pond.
@LastcastRICT reported a nice Rainbow trout.
@Brayden.cz reported a nice Chain pickerel.
@benmyllymaki reported a nice Rainbow trout at Pawcatuck River.
@AdamMyllymaki reported a nice Rainbow trout at Pawcatuck River.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Waterford, 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: