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Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · T6 R1 NBKP, Somerset County · Fishing

Holeb Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Holeb Pond in T6 R1 NBKP, 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, 6 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 · Acton, York County · Fishing

Horn Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Horn Pond in Acton, 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 · Saint John Plt, Aroostook County · Fishing

Hunnewell Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Hunnewell Lake in Saint John 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 · Albany Twp, Oxford County · Fishing

Hutchinson Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Hutchinson Pond in Albany 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 · Whiting, Washington County · Fishing

Indian Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Indian Lake 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 · St Albans, Somerset County · Fishing

Indian Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Indian Pond in St Albans, 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 · Solon, Somerset County · Fishing

Ironbound Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Ironbound Pond in Solon, 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 · Bucksport, Hancock County · Fishing

Jacob Buck Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Jacob Buck Pond in Bucksport, 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: 6 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 · Manchester, Kennebec County · Fishing

Jamies Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Jamies Pond in Manchester, 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 · Fairfield, Somerset County · Fishing

Kennebec River public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Kennebec River in 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. 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 · Elliottsville Twp, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Lake Onawa public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Lake Onawa in Elliottsville 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: 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 · Liberty, Waldo County · Fishing

Lake St George public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Lake St George in Liberty, 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 · Lambert Lake Twp, Washington County · Fishing

Lambert Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Lambert Lake in Lambert Lake 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: 7 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 · New Gloucester, Cumberland County · Fishing

Lily Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Lily Pond in New Gloucester, 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: 6 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 · Dennistown Plt, Somerset County · Fishing

Little Big Wood Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Little Big Wood Pond in Dennistown 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. 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 · Chesterville, Franklin County · Fishing

Little Norridgewock Stream public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Little Norridgewock Stream in Chesterville, 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 · Windham, Cumberland County · Fishing

Little Sebago Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Little Sebago Lake in Windham, 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 · Saint Agatha, Aroostook County · Fishing

Long Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Long Lake in Saint Agatha, 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. 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 · Mount Vernon, Kennebec County · Fishing

Long Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Long Pond in Mount Vernon, 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: 12 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 · Fryeburg, Oxford County · Fishing

Lovewell Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Lovewell Pond in Fryeburg, 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 · T28 MD, Hancock County · Fishing

Lower Lead Mountain Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Lower Lead Mountain Pond in T28 MD, 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 · Mount Chase Plt, Penobscot County · Fishing

Lower Shin Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Lower Shin Pond in Mount Chase 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 · T4 ND, Hancock County · Fishing

Lower Unknown Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Lower 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 · T31 MD BPP, Washington County · Fishing

Machias River public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Machias River in T31 MD BPP, 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. 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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