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Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Chain of Ponds Twp, Franklin County · Fishing

Natanis Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Natanis Pond in Chain of Ponds 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 · Linneus, Aroostook County · Fishing

Nickerson Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Nickerson Lake in Linneus, 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: 10 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 · T9 R3 WELS, Aroostook County · Fishing

No. Nine Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to No. Nine Lake in T9 R3 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 · Smithfield, Somerset County · Fishing

North Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to North Pond in Smithfield, 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 · Howland, Penobscot County · Fishing

Old Farm Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Old Farm Pond in Howland, 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 · Whiting, Washington County · Fishing

Orange River public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Orange River in Whiting, 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 · Passadumkeag, Penobscot County · Fishing

Passadumkeag River public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Passadumkeag River in Passadumkeag, 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 · Marion Twp, Washington County · Fishing

Patrick Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Patrick Lake in Marion 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: 5 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 · Nobleboro, Lincoln County · Fishing

Pemaquid Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Pemaquid Pond in Nobleboro, 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: 20 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 · Pembroke, Washington County · Fishing

Pennamaquan Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Pennamaquan Lake in Pembroke, 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 · T26 ED, Washington County · Fishing

Penniman Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Penniman Pond in T26 ED, 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 · Winn, Penobscot County · Fishing

Penobscot River public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Penobscot River in Winn, 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 · T15 R9 WELS, Aroostook County · Fishing

Perch Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Perch Pond in T15 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. 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 · Dover-Foxcroft, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Piscataquis River public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Piscataquis River in Dover-Foxcroft, 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 · Beddington, Washington County · Fishing

Pleasant River Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Pleasant River Lake in Beddington, 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 · T18 MD, Washington County · Fishing

Pleasant River public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Pleasant River in T18 MD, 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, 8 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 · Princeton, Washington County · Fishing

Pocomoonshine Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Pocomoonshine Lake in Princeton, 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: 20 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 · Rainbow Twp, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Pollywog Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Pollywog Pond in Rainbow 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. 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 · Gorham, Cumberland County · Fishing

Presumpscot River public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Presumpscot River in Gorham, 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, 6 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 · Beaver Cove Plt, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Prong Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Prong Pond in Beaver Cove 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. 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 · T15 R9 WELS, Aroostook County · Fishing

Pushineer Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Pushineer Pond in T15 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. 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 · Searsmont, Waldo County · Fishing

Quantabacook Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Quantabacook Pond in Searsmont, 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, 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 · Rangeley, Franklin County · Fishing

Quimby Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Quimby Pond in Rangeley, 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 · Upton, Oxford County · Fishing

Rapid River public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Rapid River in Upton, 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.

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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We match named agency areas and maps with ordinary-license species rules and area-specific exceptions. Each record has a source-check date. Records requiring an access or species drawing, unresolved access, and reviews older than 90 days stay out of search. This is a trip-planning database, not a live availability feed.

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