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Back Cove

Maine, United States

5.0Β·6 catches

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American lobster

10 in Β· 1 lb

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7 months ago

Atlantic mackerel

9 in Β· 3 oz

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6 months ago

American lobster

3 in Β· 2 oz

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American lobster

3 in Β· 5 oz

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American lobster

8 in Β· 5 oz

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6 years ago

Great hammerhead shark

122 in Β· 803 lb 3 oz

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General info

Back Cove is a part of an ocean located in Lincoln County, Maine, United States. It is most popular for fishing American lobster, Atlantic mackerel, and Great hammerhead shark.

Location

43Β°52β€²22.4β€³N 69Β°29β€²15β€³W
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Fishing regulations at Back Cove, ME

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Fishing regulations in Maine 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 species as of May 7, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Back Cove fishing

Back Cove is a part of an ocean located in Lincoln County, Maine, United States. Its coordinates are:
43Β°52β€²22.4β€³N 69Β°29β€²15β€³W
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