Fishing near New London, CT

Nearest public waters

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

WaterStateDistanceType
Block Island
Offshore and surf.
RI28 micoast
Connecticut River
Shad, bass, and catfish.
CT35 miriver
Narragansett Bay
Striped bass and tautog.
RI40 mibay
Quabbin Reservoir
Trout and salmon (permit).
MA67 mireservoir
Lake Candlewood
Largemouth and smallmouth bass.
CT69 milake
Boston HarborMA89 mibay
Hudson River
Striped bass.
NY96 miriver
Cape Cod Bay
Striped bass and bluefish.
MA103 micoast

All waters in CT

CT license & regulations

Connecticut DEEP Energy & Environmental Protection

  • Resident annual: verify locally
  • Non-resident annual: verify locally
  • Source: verify locally — see Connecticut DEEP Energy & Environmental Protection current license fees and regulations.

Full CT regulations →

Species nearby

Local data & agency contact

FishFig doesn’t yet have a curated local fishing report for New London. For the most current public waters, stocking schedules, and fishing reports, contact the state agency below.

Connecticut DEEP Energy & Environmental Protection · 860-424-3000 · https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP

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.