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Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Naples, Cumberland County · Fishing

Trickey Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Trickey Pond in Naples, 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 · Liberty, Waldo County · Fishing

Trues Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Trues Pond in Liberty, 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 SD, Hancock County · Fishing

Tunk Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Tunk Lake in T10 SD, 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 · Greenwood, Oxford County · Fishing

Twitchell Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Twitchell Pond in Greenwood, 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 · Manchester, Kennebec County · Fishing

Tyler Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Tyler 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 · T6 R13 WELS, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Umbazooksus Stream public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Umbazooksus Stream in T6 R13 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 · Lincoln, Penobscot County · Fishing

Upper Cold Stream Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Upper Cold Stream Pond in Lincoln, 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: 4 rigs, 4 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 · T28 MD, Hancock County · Fishing

Upper Lead Mountain Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Upper 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 · Winthrop, Kennebec County · Fishing

Upper Narrows Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Upper Narrows Pond in Winthrop, 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 · Poland, Androscoggin County · Fishing

Upper Range Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Upper Range Pond in Poland, 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 · Richardsontown, Oxford County · Fishing

Upper Richardson Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Upper Richardson Lake in Richardsontown, 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 · T1 R11 WELS, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Wadleigh Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to Wadleigh Pond 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, 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 · T3 ND, Hancock County · Fishing

West Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to West Lake in T3 ND, 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 · Adamstown Twp, Franklin County · Fishing

West Richardson Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater carry-in access to West Richardson Pond in Adamstown 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 · Greenville, Piscataquis County · Fishing

Wilson Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Wilson Pond in Greenville, 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. 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 · Litchfield, Kennebec County · Fishing

Woodbury Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Woodbury Pond in Litchfield, 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. 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 · Peru, Oxford County · Fishing

Worthley Pond public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Worthley Pond in Peru, 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, 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.

Public land & waterNo lottery

ME · Pleasant Ridge Plt, Somerset County · Fishing

Wyman Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Wyman Lake in Pleasant Ridge 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 · Glenwood Plt, Aroostook County · Fishing

Wytopitlock Lake public fishing access

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

State-owned freshwater boat-ramp access to Wytopitlock Lake in Glenwood 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: 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.

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.
How we build this database

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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