🐟 What fish can you catch in Ipswich?

Most commonly caught species around Ipswich , MA : Largemouth bass - 34,893 reported catches Striped bass - 8,109 reported catches Chain pickerel - 4,880 reported catches Bluegill - 3,809 reported catches Yellow perch - 3,107 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Ipswich fishing reports?

The latest Ipswich , MA fishing reports are: @georgetriant reported a nice Largemouth bass . @georgetriant reported a nice Chain pickerel . @jasonforish reported a nice Bluegill at Fellsmere Pond . @tommyg3948 reported a nice Common carp at Lake Quannapowitt . @cameron.her reported a nice Black bullhead at Horn Pond . .

Fishing in Ipswich, MA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Ipswich, Massachusetts?

Anglers in Ipswich , MA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Pentucket , Putnamville Reservoir , Johnsons Pond , Lake Saltonstall , Upper Artichoke Reservoir .

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

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Top fish species in Ipswich

Latest Ipswich fishing reports

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Largemouth bass

19 in · 4 lb

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Chain pickerel

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Bluegill

Fellsmere Pond

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Common carp

Lake Quannapowitt

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Black bullhead

Horn Pond

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Largemouth bass

22 in · 5 lb

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Smallmouth bass

Walden Pond

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Largemouth bass

Nabnasset Lake

18 in · 3 lb

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Largemouth bass

Nabnasset Lake

18 in · 3 lb

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Largemouth bass

Spy Pond

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Fishing regulations in Ipswich

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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 species as of May 3, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Ipswich fishing

Anglers in Ipswich, MA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Pentucket, Putnamville Reservoir, Johnsons Pond, Lake Saltonstall, and Upper Artichoke Reservoir.

Most commonly caught species around Ipswich, MA:

Largemouth bass - 34,893 reported catches
Striped bass - 8,109 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 4,880 reported catches
Bluegill - 3,809 reported catches
Yellow perch - 3,107 reported catches

The latest Ipswich, MA fishing reports are:

@georgetriant reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@georgetriant reported a nice Chain pickerel.
@jasonforish reported a nice Bluegill at Fellsmere Pond.
@tommyg3948 reported a nice Common carp at Lake Quannapowitt.
@cameron.her reported a nice Black bullhead at Horn Pond.

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