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Striped searobin

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Bluefish

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Striped bass

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Sandhill Brook is a stream located in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States. It is also intersecting with Kent County, Rhode Island. It is most popular for fishing Striped searobin, Largemouth bass, and Striped bass.

Location

41°36′31.3″N 71°28′14.9″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Sandhill Brook?

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Fishing regulations at Sandhill Brook, 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Largemouth bass

Largemouth bass

Regulation boundaryRhode Island State Waters
Bag limit5

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 size12" (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.

Aggregate limit5

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

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Spears

Harvest of this species by "spearing" is prohibited. Spearing includes the catching or taking of a fish by bow hunting, gigging, spearfishing, or by any device used to capture a fish by piercing the body.

Additional information
See here for site specific regulations
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
Season open: year-round
Striped bass

Striped bass

Regulation boundaryRhode Island State Waters
Bag limit1

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 size28" (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.

Max size31" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

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
No closed season.According to 2025 regulations, the recreational limit is one (1) fish per person per day, with a slot size of 28" to less than 31"  
Synonyms
Morone saxatilis
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Cities nearby

East Greenwich

2.6 miles away

North Kingstown

2.8 miles away

West Warwick

6.6 miles away

Warwick

7.0 miles away

Kingston

9.7 miles away

Melville

9.7 miles away

Portsmouth

10.2 miles away

Cranston

10.9 miles away

Coventry

11.4 miles away

Newport East

11.4 miles away

Bristol

11.6 miles away

Newport

11.8 miles away

Middletown

11.8 miles away

South Kingstown

11.9 miles away

Barrington

12.4 miles away

Narragansett

12.4 miles away

Wyoming

13.1 miles away

Carolina

14.0 miles away

Hope Valley

14.4 miles away

East Providence

14.9 miles away

Greene

14.9 miles away

Providence

15.0 miles away

Johnston

15.3 miles away

Clayville

15.9 miles away

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FAQ about Sandhill Brook fishing

📍 Where is the Sandhill Brook located?
the Sandhill Brook is a stream located in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States. It is also intersecting with Kent County, Rhode Island. Its coordinates are:
41°36′31.3″N 71°28′14.9″W
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🎣 Where on the Sandhill Brook is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Sandhill Brook 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 the Sandhill Brook?
The most common species in the Sandhill Brook are:
📢 What are the latest Sandhill Brook fishing reports?
The latest Sandhill Brook fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Sandhill Brook right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Sandhill Brook, some of the species in season this November include: Summer flounder, Black sea bass, Atlantic cod, Tautog, and Atlantic bluefin tuna. 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 the Sandhill Brook?

Fishing in Rhode Island requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident and non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination licenses, purchasable online or at licensed agents.

In Rhode Island, no fishing license is required for anglers under 15. Residents 65 and older qualify for a discounted license. 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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