🐟 What fish can you catch in Amherst?

Most commonly caught species around Amherst , MA : Largemouth bass - 20,485 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 4,765 reported catches Rainbow trout - 3,101 reported catches Bluegill - 2,601 reported catches Chain pickerel - 2,469 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Amherst fishing reports?

The latest Amherst , MA fishing reports are: @michaelmorozov reported a nice Rainbow trout at Tarkill Brook . @macho869 reported a nice Largemouth bass . @macho869 reported a nice Largemouth bass . @roadhog reported a nice Black crappie at Loon Pond . @roadhog reported a nice Chain pickerel at Loon Pond . .

Fishing in Amherst, MA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Amherst, Massachusetts?

Anglers in Amherst , MA recommend these top fishing spots: Connecticut River , Quabbin Reservoir , Swift River , Chicopee River , The Oxbow .

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

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Massachusetts, United States

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Top fish species in Amherst

Latest Amherst fishing reports

Rainbow trout

Tarkill Brook

12 in · 1 lb 2 oz

Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Black crappie

Loon Pond

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Chain pickerel

Loon Pond

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Bluegill

Venture Pond

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Pumpkinseed

Loon Pond

length · weight

Black crappie

Weatherhead Hollow Pond

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Black crappie

Aldrich Lake

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Largemouth bass

Sprague Brook

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Fishing regulations in Amherst

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 Massachusetts 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 May 2nd, 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

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

42°21′52.2″N 72°30′24.8″W

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FAQ about Amherst fishing

Anglers in Amherst, MA recommend these top fishing spots: Connecticut River, Quabbin Reservoir, Swift River, Chicopee River, and The Oxbow.

Most commonly caught species around Amherst, MA:

Largemouth bass - 20,485 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 4,765 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 3,101 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,601 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 2,469 reported catches

The latest Amherst, MA fishing reports are:

@michaelmorozov reported a nice Rainbow trout at Tarkill Brook.
@macho869 reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@macho869 reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@roadhog reported a nice Black crappie at Loon Pond.
@roadhog reported a nice Chain pickerel at Loon Pond.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Amherst, MA. 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: