Fishing near Cambridge, MA
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Cambridge. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Harbor | MA | 6 mi | bay |
| Pawtuckaway Lake | NH | 51 mi | lake |
| Narragansett Bay Striped bass and tautog. | RI | 55 mi | bay |
| Cape Cod Bay Striped bass and bluefish. | MA | 61 mi | coast |
| Quabbin Reservoir Trout and salmon (permit). | MA | 66 mi | reservoir |
| Block Island Offshore and surf. | RI | 85 mi | coast |
| Lake Winnipesaukee Landlocked salmon and bass. | NH | 86 mi | lake |
| Connecticut River Shad, bass, and catfish. | CT | 89 mi | river |
MA license & regulations
Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife)
- Resident annual: verify locally
- Non-resident annual: verify locally
- Source: verify locally — see Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) current license fees and regulations.
Species nearby
Striped BassBluefishLargemouth BassSmallmouth BassTautogRainbow TroutLake TroutLandlocked SalmonCatfish
Local data & agency contact
FishFig doesn’t yet have a curated local fishing report for Cambridge. For the most current public waters, stocking schedules, and fishing reports, contact the state agency below.
Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) · 508-389-6300 · https://www.mass.gov/orgs/division-of-fisheries-and-wildlife
Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.