🐟 What fish can you catch in Providence?

Most commonly caught species around Providence , RI : Largemouth bass - 59,662 reported catches Chain pickerel - 10,002 reported catches Bluegill - 8,456 reported catches Black crappie - 5,629 reported catches Striped bass - 4,736 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Providence fishing reports?

The latest Providence , RI fishing reports are: @Hirokunikitagawa reported a nice Chain pickerel at Manchester Pond Reservoir . @MaxTarnavsky reported a nice Brown trout at Hammer Shop Pond . @aidangilmour reported a nice Largemouth bass at Mansfield Pond . @MaxTarnavsky reported a nice Brown trout at Hammer Shop Pond . @Roman24 reported a nice Brown trout at Hammer Shop Pond . .

Fishing in Providence, RI

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

Anglers in Providence , RI recommend these top fishing spots: Manchester Pond Reservoir , Newport County Coast , Washington County Coast , Norton Reservoir , Blackstone River .

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

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Rhode Island, United States

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Top fish species in Providence

Latest Providence fishing reports

Chain pickerel

Manchester Pond Reservoir

15 in · 1 lb

Brown trout

Hammer Shop Pond

10 in · 6 oz

Largemouth bass

Mansfield Pond

9 in · 6 oz

Brown trout

Hammer Shop Pond

13 in · 1 lb

Brown trout

Hammer Shop Pond

11 in · 1 lb

Rainbow trout

Buckmaster Pond

length · weight

Rainbow trout

19 in · 2 lb 6 oz

Rainbow trout

Buckmaster Pond

length · weight

Brown trout

Hammer Shop Pond

12 in · 1 lb

Yellow perch

7 in · 5 oz

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Fishing regulations in Providence

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 Largemouth bass as of April 23rd, 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

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Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

41°49′22.8″N 71°25′7.3″W

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FAQ about Providence fishing

Anglers in Providence, RI recommend these top fishing spots: Manchester Pond Reservoir, Newport County Coast, Washington County Coast, Norton Reservoir, and Blackstone River.

Most commonly caught species around Providence, RI:

Largemouth bass - 59,662 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 10,002 reported catches
Bluegill - 8,456 reported catches
Black crappie - 5,629 reported catches
Striped bass - 4,736 reported catches

The latest Providence, RI fishing reports are:

@Hirokunikitagawa reported a nice Chain pickerel at Manchester Pond Reservoir.
@MaxTarnavsky reported a nice Brown trout at Hammer Shop Pond.
@aidangilmour reported a nice Largemouth bass at Mansfield Pond.
@MaxTarnavsky reported a nice Brown trout at Hammer Shop Pond.
@Roman24 reported a nice Brown trout at Hammer Shop Pond.

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