Fishing in the Western Maine Mountains Region
Explore fishing in the Western Maine Mountains Region of Maine. Rangeley Lake Inlet, Mooselookmeguntic, Richardson Lakes
The inlet streams feeding Rangeley Lake offer good fishing for the region's target species.
1. Rangeley Lake Inlet (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Rangeley Lake Inlet, MaineThe inlet streams feeding Rangeley Lake offer good fishing for the region's target species.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
2. Mooselookmeguntic (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Mooselookmeguntic, MaineMooselookmeguntic offers excellent fishing in the Western Maine Mountains with good public access and scenic surroundings.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Haines Landing Boat Launch →
3. Richardson Lakes (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Richardson Lakes, MaineRichardson Lakes offers excellent fishing in the Western Maine Mountains with good public access and scenic surroundings.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
4. Kennebago (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Kennebago, MaineKennebago offers excellent fishing in the Western Maine Mountains with good public access and scenic surroundings.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
5. Lake K10 (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Lake K10, MaineLake K10 offers good fishing opportunities in the Western Maine Mountains of Maine with scenic natural surroundings.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
6. Brown River (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Brown River, MainePopular river fishing in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
7. Big Mucalsea Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Mucalsea Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
8. Big Muckleberry Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Muckleberry Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Flanders Pond Boat Ramp →
9. Big Notch Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Notch Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
10. Big Pine Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Pine Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
11. Big Pleasant Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Pleasant Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
12. Big Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Graham Lake Boat Launch →
13. Big Reed Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Reed Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
14. Big Robar Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Robar Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Forest Service Boat Ramp →
15. Big Spring (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Spring, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
16. Big Wilder Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Big Wilder Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
17. Bigelow Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Bigelow Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
18. Bill Morris Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Bill Morris Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: T3 R5 BKP WKR (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: **CI.**ALO, S-19, S-20. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
19. Billfish Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Billfish Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: Trout Brook Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: **CI.**S-19. Only 1 trout may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. Open to open water fishing from October 1 -November 30: ALO, S-7.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
20. Billings Ponds (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Billings Ponds, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: Parmachenee Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: **CI.**FFO, S-20. From August 16 - September 30: FFO, S-7.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Scott Bog Boat Launch →
21. Billings Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Billings Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
22. Birch Harbor Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Birch Harbor Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: Winter Harbor (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: **CI.**S-10. Motorboats prohibited. From October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Winter Harbor Yacht Club →
23. Birch Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Birch Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Ellis Pond Public Boat Launch →
24. Birch Ridge Ponds (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Birch Ridge Ponds, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: TA R11 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: **CI.**FFO, S-17.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
25. Birchwood Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Birchwood Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Holbrook Street Landing →
26. Bird Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Bird Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
27. Biscay Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Biscay Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: Bristol (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Round Pond Landing →
28. Bishop Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Bishop Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
29. Black Brook Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Black Brook Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Indian Pond Boat Ramp →
30. Black Brook Ponds (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Black Brook Ponds, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
31. Black Cat Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Black Cat Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
32. Black Hill Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Black Hill Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: Embden (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: **CI.**Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Embden Pond Public Boat Launch →
33. Black Lake (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Black Lake, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Black Lack Boat Launch →
34. Black Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Black Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: Saint John Plt (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: **CI.**S-11. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Cherry Pond Boat Launch →
35. Black Spruce Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Black Spruce Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
36. Blackmore Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Blackmore Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
37. Blaisdell Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Blaisdell Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Alliquippa Landing →
38. Blake Lake (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Blake Lake, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: T16 R6 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: **CI.**ALO.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
39. Blake Pond (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Blake Pond, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Boat Launch: Branch Pond Boat Ramp →
40. Blakeslee Lake (Brook Trout, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon)
Blakeslee Lake, MaineNamed lake in the Western Maine Mountains Region region of Maine.
- ⚠ This water: T5 R6 BKP WKR (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: **CI.**FFO, S-19.
- Brook trout (incl. splake, Arctic charr) · Limit: North: 5; South: 2 · Min 6 in
- Togue (lake trout) · Limit: 2 · Min 18 in
- Landlocked salmon · Limit: 2 · Min 14 in (streams 14 in min, 25 in max)
Fishing Tips for the Western Maine Mountains Region
- Get a licence — All anglers need a valid state fishing licence — check your state's wildlife agency site.
- Check the weather & water conditions — always check forecasts and wind before heading out, especially on big water.
- Know the regulations — size and catch limits vary by water body in Maine; check the local regulations first.
- Best times — early morning and late evening are prime. Many Western Maine Mountains Region waters fish best in spring and fall.
- Use the right gear — match your rod, line, and tackle to the species you're chasing and the water you're fishing.
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