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Connecticut River

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

New Hampshire, United States

4.1·13762 catches

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Smallmouth bass

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Yellow perch

9 in · 1 lb

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Smallmouth bass

20 in · 4 lb

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Smallmouth bass

20 in · 4 lb

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Smallmouth bass

18 in · 3 lb 3 oz

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

Connecticut River is a stream located in Sullivan County, New Hampshire, United States. It is also intersecting with Hartford County, Connecticut, Franklin County, Massachusetts, Cheshire County, New Hampshire, and Caledonia County, Vermont. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Channel catfish, and Striped bass.

Location

43°17′26.4″N 72°24′15.3″W
Directions

Official website

dec.vermont.gov

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Fishing regulations at Connecticut River, 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Striped bass

Striped bass

Regulation boundaryNew Hampshire 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.

Restrictions & requirements

NJ No Gaff

It is prohibited for any person to gaff striped bass when fishing recreationally.

Additional information
Head and tail must be intact while on or leaving the waters or shores of the state except may possess up to 2 fillets with skin intact if also possess fish rack > 28" and less than 31" TL with head/tail intact that fillets came from.Gaffing is prohibited. Culling is prohibited. No sale of striped bass allowed, regardless of origin. Non-offset, corrodible circle hooks required if angling with bait. For more information, see Striped Bass and Circle Hooks
Synonyms
Morone saxatilis
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FAQ about Connecticut River fishing

📍 Where is the Connecticut River located?
the Connecticut River is a stream located in Sullivan County, New Hampshire, United States. It is also intersecting with Hartford County, Connecticut, Franklin County, Massachusetts, Cheshire County, New Hampshire, and Caledonia County, Vermont. Its coordinates are:
43°17′26.4″N 72°24′15.3″W
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🎣 Where on the Connecticut River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Connecticut River 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 Connecticut River?
The most common species in the Connecticut River are:
📢 What are the latest Connecticut River fishing reports?
The latest Connecticut River fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Connecticut River right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Connecticut River, some of the species in season this November 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 the Connecticut River?

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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