🐟 What fish can you catch in Barnstable?

Most commonly caught species around Barnstable , MA : Largemouth bass - 15,172 reported catches Striped bass - 8,099 reported catches Chain pickerel - 2,691 reported catches Yellow perch - 1,728 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 1,727 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Barnstable fishing reports?

The latest Barnstable , MA fishing reports are: @Lakebuzz reported a nice Striped bass at Cape Cod Bay . @Liam-The-Fisher reported a nice Atlantic tomcod at Scorton Creek . @Monsterfishkellen reported a nice Largemouth bass at Israel Pond . @BigBass189 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Bartlett Pond . @grayson.wingerter reported a nice Yellow perch at Micajah Pond . .

Fishing in Barnstable, MA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Barnstable, Massachusetts?

Anglers in Barnstable , MA recommend these top fishing spots: Barnstable County Coast , Cape Cod Canal , Plymouth County Coast , Dukes County Coast , Peters Pond .

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

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Massachusetts, United States

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Top fish species in Barnstable

Latest Barnstable fishing reports

Striped bass

Cape Cod Bay

length · weight

Atlantic tomcod

Scorton Creek

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Israel Pond

10 in · 6 oz

Largemouth bass

Bartlett Pond

12 in · 1 lb 2 oz

Yellow perch

Micajah Pond

6 in · 2 oz

Bluegill

Rose Brook Reservoir

length · weight

Yellow perch

Rose Brook Reservoir

13 in · 1 lb

Black crappie

New Bedford Reservoir

length · weight

Largemouth bass

New Bedford Reservoir

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Jenkins Pond

11 in · 1 lb 2 oz

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Fishing regulations in Barnstable

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 22nd, 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

41°40′19.9″N 70°21′35.6″W

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FAQ about Barnstable fishing

Anglers in Barnstable, MA recommend these top fishing spots: Barnstable County Coast, Cape Cod Canal, Plymouth County Coast, Dukes County Coast, and Peters Pond.

Most commonly caught species around Barnstable, MA:

Largemouth bass - 15,172 reported catches
Striped bass - 8,099 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 2,691 reported catches
Yellow perch - 1,728 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 1,727 reported catches

The latest Barnstable, MA fishing reports are:

@Lakebuzz reported a nice Striped bass at Cape Cod Bay.
@Liam-The-Fisher reported a nice Atlantic tomcod at Scorton Creek.
@Monsterfishkellen reported a nice Largemouth bass at Israel Pond.
@BigBass189 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Bartlett Pond.
@grayson.wingerter reported a nice Yellow perch at Micajah Pond.

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