Fishing near Gloucester, MA

North Shore.

Nearest public waters

Straight-line distance from Gloucester. Tap a water for its spot profile.

WaterStateDistanceType
Boston HarborMA25 mibay
Pawtuckaway LakeNH43 milake
Cape Cod Bay
Striped bass and bluefish.
MA61 micoast
Lake Winnipesaukee
Landlocked salmon and bass.
NH75 milake
Narragansett Bay
Striped bass and tautog.
RI80 mibay
Sebago Lake
Landlocked salmon.
ME88 milake
Quabbin Reservoir
Trout and salmon (permit).
MA91 mireservoir
Connecticut River (NH)NH101 miriver

All waters in MA

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.

Full MA regulations →

Species nearby

Striped BassBluefishLargemouth BassSmallmouth BassLandlocked SalmonTautogLake TroutRainbow Trout

Local data & agency contact

For the most current stocking, regulations, and local 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.