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Pontook Reservoir

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New Hampshire, United States

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Pontook Reservoir is a lake located in Coos County, New Hampshire, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, and Chain pickerel.

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44°38′24.5″N 71°13′54.5″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Pontook Reservoir?

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Fishing regulations at Pontook Reservoir, NH

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 New Hampshire 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.

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FAQ about Pontook Reservoir fishing

📍 Where is Pontook Reservoir located?
Pontook Reservoir is a lake located in Coos County, New Hampshire, United States. Its coordinates are:
44°38′24.5″N 71°13′54.5″W
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🎣 Where on Pontook Reservoir is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Pontook Reservoir 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 Pontook Reservoir?
The most common species in Pontook Reservoir are:
📢 What are the latest Pontook Reservoir fishing reports?
The latest Pontook Reservoir fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Pontook Reservoir right now?
According to fishing regulations at Pontook Reservoir, some of the species in season this June include: Atlantic bluefin tuna, and Haddock. 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 Pontook Reservoir?

Fishing in New Hampshire requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term, available online or at license agents statewide.

In New Hampshire, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 68 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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