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| Rhode Island Trout Fishing | |
| Trout Fishing in Rhode Island The 5 primary trouts are the rainbow, brook, brown, cutthroat and lake trout. Brown trout are considered the most difficult to catch and brookies are the easiest. Pure cold water is key to survival of the trouts and the brook trout is the most sensitive to temperature. The others are comfortable in slightly warmer waters. Trout Fishing Lakes In Rhode Island Rhode Island is spotted with trout fishing waters. Ponds, streams, creeks, rivers and lakes are likely to contain trout. The major lakes with good trout fishing include Stafford Pond , Tiogue Lake and Watchaug Pond. Visit the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management for details on Rhode Island trout stocking. The Rhode Island state record brook trout was caught from Wyoming Pond and the RI state record brown trout came out of Wallum Lake. The Pawcatuck River produced the RI state record rainbow trout. Rainbow Trout
Brook Trout
Brown Trout
Organizations & Resources Cutthroat
Trout Conservation
The states list to the left can direct you to information about trout fishing in other states. All About Fishing for Trout in Rhode Island. |
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RAINBOW TROUT |
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42 lbs - 2 oz |
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11 lbs - 0 oz |
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52 - 68 Degrees |
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Prefers generally clear flowing waters with turbulence for oxygenation over gravel, rock or sandy bottoms. |
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BROOK TROUT |
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14 lbs - 8 oz |
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3 lbs - 12 oz |
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52 to 64 Degrees |
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Prefers clear cold water with moderate current over gravel, rocks or sand. |
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BROWN TROUT |
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41 lbs - 7 oz |
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7 lbs - 5 oz |
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56 - 64 Degrees |
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Prefers slightly stained cool water with minimum current over rock or sandy bottoms with heavy cover. |
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