Fishing in Amherst Center, MA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Amherst Center, Massachusetts?

Anglers in Amherst Center , MA recommend these top fishing spots: Quabbin Reservoir , Swift River , The Oxbow , Lake Wyola Reservoir , Stony Brook .

Q: 🐟 What fish can you catch in Amherst Center?

Most commonly caught species around Amherst Center , MA : Largemouth bass - 21,515 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 5,084 reported catches Bluegill - 3,339 reported catches Rainbow trout - 3,251 reported catches Chain pickerel - 2,615 reported catches .

Q: 📢 What are the latest Amherst Center fishing reports?

The latest Amherst Center , MA fishing reports are: .

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

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Massachusetts, United States

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Top fish species in Amherst Center

Latest Amherst Center fishing reports

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Chain pickerel

Sheomet Lake

26 in · 4 lb 3 oz

Largemouth bass

Stony Brook

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Largemouth bass

Stony Brook

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Largemouth bass

Maynard Pond

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Fishing regulations in Amherst Center

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 August 12th, 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

Restrictions & requirements

Edibility

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Synonyms

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

42°22′32.5″N 72°31′7.7″W

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FAQ about Amherst Center fishing

🎣 Where to fish in Amherst Center, Massachusetts?

Anglers in Amherst Center, MA recommend these top fishing spots: Quabbin Reservoir, Swift River, The Oxbow, Lake Wyola Reservoir, and Stony Brook.

🐟 What fish can you catch in Amherst Center?

Most commonly caught species around Amherst Center, MA:

Largemouth bass - 21,515 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 5,084 reported catches
Bluegill - 3,339 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 3,251 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 2,615 reported catches

📢 What are the latest Amherst Center fishing reports?

The latest Amherst Center, MA fishing reports are:

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

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