🐟 What fish can you catch in Bristol?

Most commonly caught species around Bristol , RI : Largemouth bass - 42,666 reported catches Chain pickerel - 6,769 reported catches Striped bass - 4,864 reported catches Bluegill - 4,773 reported catches Rainbow trout - 3,381 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Bristol fishing reports?

The latest Bristol , RI fishing reports are: @colinbennett1511 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Manchester Pond Reservoir . @adam.kurdi reported a nice Smallmouth bass . @bigbozo reported a nice Scup at Newport County Coast . @reillycallum reported a nice Bluegill . @Henryfish17 reported a nice Bluegill . .

Fishing in Bristol, RI

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Bristol, Rhode Island?

Anglers in Bristol , RI recommend these top fishing spots: Sawdy Pond , Cook Pond , Providence River , South Watuppa Pond , Quequechan River .

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

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Rhode Island, United States

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Top fish species in Bristol

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Fishing regulations in Bristol

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 Rhode Island 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 Bristol fishing

Anglers in Bristol, RI recommend these top fishing spots: Sawdy Pond, Cook Pond, Providence River, South Watuppa Pond, and Quequechan River.

Most commonly caught species around Bristol, RI:

Largemouth bass - 42,666 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 6,769 reported catches
Striped bass - 4,864 reported catches
Bluegill - 4,773 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 3,381 reported catches

The latest Bristol, RI fishing reports are:

@colinbennett1511 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Manchester Pond Reservoir.
@adam.kurdi reported a nice Smallmouth bass.
@bigbozo reported a nice Scup at Newport County Coast.
@reillycallum reported a nice Bluegill.
@Henryfish17 reported a nice Bluegill.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Bristol, RI. 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: