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Amos Lake

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Connecticut, United States

4.4·312 catches

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Bluegill

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Bluegill

7 in · 5 oz

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Bluegill

4 in · 2 oz

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Bluegill

4 in · 2 oz

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Bluegill

5 in · 2 oz

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Bluegill

5 in · 3 oz

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General info

Amos Lake is a lake located in New London County, Connecticut, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Chain pickerel, and Bluegill.

Location

41°31′0.5″N 71°58′31.7″W
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Official website

portal.ct.gov

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Fishing regulations at Amos Lake, CT

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 Connecticut 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Largemouth bass

Largemouth bass

Regulation boundaryCT Amos Lake
Bag limit6

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit6

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Memorable / trophy limits1 > 18

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

Additional information
Trophy Bass Management: Protected slot (no harvest) 12-18 inches; Creel limit is six (6) bass with only one (1) bass 18 inches or over
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
Season open: year-round
Chain pickerel

Chain pickerel

Regulation boundaryConnecticut State Waters
Bag limit6

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size15" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
Open year-round. In rivers and streams there is no minimum length and no daily creel limit.Legal Methods: angling, ice fishing
Edibility
Good
Synonyms
Esox niger
Season open: year-round
Bluegill

Bluegill

Regulation boundaryConnecticut State Waters
Additional information
Open year-round. No minimum length. No creel limit. Legal Methods: angling, icefishing, bobbing
Edibility
Catch, Clean, Cook Bluegill
Synonyms
Lepomis macrochirus
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Reviews of Amos Lake

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FAQ about Amos Lake fishing

📍 Where is Amos Lake located?
Amos Lake is a lake located in New London County, Connecticut, United States. Its coordinates are:
41°31′0.5″N 71°58′31.7″W
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🎣 Where on Amos Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Amos Lake by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Amos Lake?
The most common species in Amos Lake are:
📢 What are the latest Amos Lake fishing reports?
The latest Amos Lake fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Amos Lake right now?
According to fishing regulations at Amos Lake, some of the species in season this November include: Black sea bass, Tautog, Atlantic bluefin tuna, Scup, and Winter flounder. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Amos Lake?

Fishing in Connecticut requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident, non-resident, annual, and short-term, available online or at town offices and licensed vendors.

In Connecticut, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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