Massachusetts is known for its abundant great fishing opportunities. However, knowing where you can catch your favorite fish is important.
You don’t need to waste your time hunting for the best spot. You can simply start at the locations below to land the best catch ever.
Trout
Western Massachusetts in home to some of the best trout ever. Most MA fisheries are tailwaters, which keeps water temperatures constant all year long. This enables fly anglers to fish for trout any time.
Don’t forget to check the water flows to ensure you don’t get caught in the current at a high-water period. Many local fly shops and fishing guide services, such as Harrison Anglers in Northfield MA, will help you zero in on the most productive fly at any given time of year.
Striped Bass
The flats, bays and inlets are best for catching the striped bass, making Massachusetts fishery the best for striped bass.
The striper fishery is extremely popular and you can easily find out the latest presentation at any guide service. Seven Stripes Fishing in Wareham, MA is a fishing guide service you can contact for booking a charter.
To find fish, look for points that will funnel bait to the striped bass waiting for it. In the Spring, striped bass swims up into the estuaries, chasing bait into the shallow waters.
Bass
You will find glacial kettle ponds all Massachusetts that are home to various species of bass, giving fly angler a number of choices to fish. Some ponds are so secluded that you may have it all to yourself for the entire day.
Lookup Google Maps to find small water bodies just outside town and you’ll find plenty of largemouth and/or smallmouth bass. Since these small are not crowded, you can pick any fly choice.
Pike
In Southwest Massachusetts, the Housatonic River houses some toothy river monsters. Ask you guide to show you the best spots to land them.
These fish are true predators. So, use big, flashy fly patterns with a lot of movement. Pike may hunt in areas where the water is slower, near a submerged log or hole. A word of caution – if you hook up to one of these monsters, hang on tight and watch your fingers.
If you are looking for the best fishing guide trips and fishing trip charters in Massachusetts, check out Harrison Anglers and Seven Stripes Fishing.
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Author: Christian Bacasa
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