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23 in · 3 lb 4 oz

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Northern pike

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General info

Flat River is a stream located in Kent County, Rhode Island, United States. It is also intersecting with Providence County, Rhode Island. It is most popular for fishing Northern pike and Chain pickerel.

Location

41°43′24.1″N 71°42′7.9″W
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Fishing regulations at Flat River, RI

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 Northern pike as of May 3rd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Northern pike

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

2

Min size

24"

Measurement

Total Length

Esox lucius

Regulations for

41°43′24.1″N 71°42′7.9″W
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FAQ about Flat River fishing

the Flat River is a stream located in Kent County, Rhode Island, United States. It is also intersecting with Providence County, Rhode Island. Its coordinates are:
41°43′24.1″N 71°42′7.9″W
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