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Fishing in Amherst, MA

Massachusetts, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Amherst spots deliver

Top fish species in Amherst

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Rainbow trout
Rainbow trout
Bluegill
Bluegill
Chain pickerel
Chain pickerel

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Rainbow trout

16 in · 1 lb 6 oz

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Brook trout

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Rainbow trout

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Brown trout

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Rainbow trout

Quacumquasit Pond

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Rainbow trout

Alum Pond

16 in · 1 lb

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Brown trout

Alum Pond

15 in · 1 lb

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Rainbow trout

Alum Pond

14 in · 1 lb

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Rainbow trout

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Fallfish

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About Amherst fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Amherst, Massachusetts. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 20,379 catches for Largemouth bass, 4,850 catches for Smallmouth bass, and 2,945 catches for Rainbow trout.

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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.

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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 Lake Wyola Reservoir.
Most commonly caught species around Amherst, MA:
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13.4 miles away

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Suffield

27.0 miles away

Spencer

27.5 miles away

Stafford

27.9 miles away

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