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Chauncey Creek

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Maine, United States

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Striped bass

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General info

Chauncey Creek is a stream located in York County, Maine, United States. It is most popular for fishing Striped bass, American eel, and Summer flounder.

Location

43°05′0.9″N 70°41′32.4″W
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Fishing regulations at Chauncey Creek, ME

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 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Striped bass

Striped bass

Regulation boundaryMaine 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.

Hook & Line Only

Allowable gear: hook and line.

Additional information
Hook and line only, no gaffing of striped bass.No bait allowed when using treble hooks.It is unlawful to use multiple (more than two) barbed or barbless treble hooks on any artificial lure or fly while fishing for striped bass in territorial waters.It is unlawful to use any hook other than a non-offset circle hook when using bait. Exception: Rubber or latex tube lures may be used without a circle hook as long as they are a minimum of 8 inches long and have a single hook protruding from the end portion of the tubing where bait may be attached.Bait is defined as any marine or freshwater organism live or dead, whole or parts thereof, and earthworms, including but not limited to, night crawlers.Striped bass incidentally caught on any unapproved hook type must be returned to the water immediately without unnecessary injury.For more information, see 2023 Maine Striped Bass Regulations.
Synonyms
Morone saxatilis
Season open: year-round
American eel

American eel

Regulation boundaryMaine State Waters
Bag limit25

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 size9" (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.

Required licenses
A valid Maine fishing license is required for anyone 16 years of age or older to fish in inland waters or transport fish taken from inland waters.
Additional information
American eels may be harvested using speargun, harpoon, trap, or hook and line.
Edibility
May contain elevated mercury levels.
Synonyms
Anguilla rostrata
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FAQ about Chauncey Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Chauncey Creek located?
the Chauncey Creek is a stream located in York County, Maine, United States. Its coordinates are:
43°05′0.9″N 70°41′32.4″W
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🎣 Where on the Chauncey Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Chauncey Creek 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 Chauncey Creek?
The most common species in the Chauncey Creek are:
📢 What are the latest Chauncey Creek fishing reports?
The latest Chauncey Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Chauncey Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Chauncey Creek, some of the species in season this November include: Black sea bass, 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 Chauncey Creek?

Fishing in Maine requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination permits, available online or at licensed agents.

In Maine, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 70 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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