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Dutton Swamp

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Connecticut, United States

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Top fish species at Dutton Swamp

Bluegill
Bluegill
Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
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Dutton Swamp fishing reports

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Bluegill

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Bluegill

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Bluegill

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Largemouth bass

16 in · 2 lb

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Dutton Swamp is a swamp located in New London County, Connecticut, United States. It is most popular for fishing Bluegill and Largemouth bass.

Location

41°33′18.9″N 72°17′58.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Dutton Swamp, CT

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 Connecticut 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 Dutton Swamp fishing

📍 Where is Dutton Swamp located?
Dutton Swamp is a swamp located in New London County, Connecticut, United States. Its coordinates are:
41°33′18.9″N 72°17′58.6″W
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🎣 Where on Dutton Swamp is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Dutton Swamp 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 Dutton Swamp?
The most common species in Dutton Swamp are:
  • Bluegill - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Largemouth bass - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Dutton Swamp fishing reports?
The latest Dutton Swamp fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Dutton Swamp right now?
According to fishing regulations at Dutton Swamp, some of the species in season this June include: Summer flounder, Black sea bass, Atlantic bluefin tuna, Scup, and Winter flounder. 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 Dutton Swamp?

Fishing in Connecticut requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident, non-resident, annual, and short-term, available online or at town offices and licensed vendors.

In Connecticut, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 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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