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Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Palmyra, Somerset County · Fishing

Madawaska Brook public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Madawaska Brook in Palmyra, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Readfield, Kennebec County · Fishing

Maranacook Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Maranacook Lake in Readfield, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: 15 rigs, not specified vehicles. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Drew Plt, Penobscot County · Fishing

Mattawamkeag River public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Mattawamkeag River in Drew Plt, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Blue Hill, Hancock County · Fishing

McHeard Brook public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to McHeard Brook in Blue Hill, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Meddybemps, Washington County · Fishing

Meddybemps Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Meddybemps Lake in Meddybemps, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Houlton, Aroostook County · Fishing

Meduxnekeag River public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Meduxnekeag River in Houlton, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Belgrade, Kennebec County · Fishing

Messalonskee Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Messalonskee Lake in Belgrade, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: 16 rigs, not specified vehicles. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Hiram, Oxford County · Fishing

Middle Pond public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Middle Pond in Hiram, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: not specified rigs, 2 vehicles. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Sandy River Plt, Franklin County · Fishing

Middle Sandy River Pond public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Middle Sandy River Pond in Sandy River Plt, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: not specified rigs, 5 vehicles. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · T4 ND, Hancock County · Fishing

Middle Unknown Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Middle Unknown Lake in T4 ND, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Molunkus Twp, Aroostook County · Fishing

Molunkus Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Molunkus Lake in Molunkus Twp, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: 2 rigs, not specified vehicles. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Fort Fairfield, Aroostook County · Fishing

Monson Pond public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Monson Pond in Fort Fairfield, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Rockwood, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Moosehead Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Moosehead Lake in Rockwood, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: 47 rigs, 18 vehicles. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Charlotte, Washington County · Fishing

Moosehorn Stream public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Moosehorn Stream in Charlotte, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · T10 R9 WELS, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Mooseleuk Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Mooseleuk Lake in T10 R9 WELS, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Richardsontown Twp, Oxford County · Fishing

Mooselookmeguntic Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Mooselookmeguntic Lake in Richardsontown Twp, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: 28 rigs, not specified vehicles. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Devereaux Twp, Washington County · Fishing

Mopang Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Mopang Lake in Devereaux Twp, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Big Moose Twp, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Mountain View Pond public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Mountain View Pond in Big Moose Twp, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: 11 rigs, not specified vehicles. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Shapleigh, York County · Fishing

Mousam Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Mousam Lake in Shapleigh, listed in Maine's public launch database. This record supports fishing by boat; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Forest City Twp, Washington County · Fishing

Mud Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Mud Lake in Forest City Twp, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · New Sharon, Franklin County · Fishing

Muddy Brook public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Muddy Brook in New Sharon, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: 3 rigs, 3 vehicles. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Saint Albans, Somerset County · Fishing

Mulligan Bog public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Mulligan Bog in Saint Albans, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Fort Fairfield, Aroostook County · Fishing

Nadeau Pond public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Nadeau Pond in Fort Fairfield, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · T1 R11 WELS, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Nahmakanta Lake public fishing access

Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Nahmakanta Lake in T1 R11 WELS, listed in Maine's public launch database. Plan for a canoe, kayak or other suitable small craft; public shore-fishing space is not established by this listing.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Maine inland fishing license where required, available by direct purchase. Check the named water in the 2026 Special Fishing Laws before fishing; motorized boats require applicable registration and protection stickers.

Use the listed state access; adjacent banks may be private. Check the named water's fishing season, tackle, motor and harvest restrictions. Listed parking: not specified rigs, 10 vehicles. No toilet is listed. Confirm water level, road conditions and current closures before launching.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

What “no lottery” means. It applies to the species and access described, not every hunt on that property. Seasons, licenses, check-in, closures and capacity still apply. Public access does not reserve an exclusive spot. Check the agency’s current rules before travel. Back40 does not sell public-land access.
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