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Highland Lake, CT

For fishing during the season or ice fishing in winter, Highland Lake is a good choice for bass, trout and sunfish. This 450-acre lake located in the northern part of the state, west of center at Winchester has everything you need for an excellent boating, fishing and camping vacation.

There are over 7 miles of shoreline and plenty of deep hiding places for the residing fish species to hang out. The lake is popular with bass tournament anglers, trout enthusiasts, and the fishing public seeking bluegill, perch and other sunfish for fun or a fish fry. Highland Lake Boat Launch, The Marina at Highland Lake, rental boats and other amenities are open to the public.

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What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, brook trout, brown trout, bluegill, pumpkinseed sunfish and yellow perch at Highland Lake in Connecticut.

Primary fish species residing in Highland Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass Rainbow Trout Brook Trout Brown trout Bluegill Pumpkinseed Sunfish Yellow Perch

Highland Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Fishing Boat Rentals

The Marina at Highland Lake
Rentals: Pontoon boats, canoes and kayaks
860 469-2870

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Highland Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off W Lake Street, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

Marinas

Marina at Highland Lake
173 Lake Street
Winsted, CT 06098
860-469-2870

Click here for a Connecticut Fishing License.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

White Pines Campsites - 860 379-0124

Austin Hawes Campground - 860 379-0922

Highland Lake CT Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

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Contact Information

Highland Lake
The Marina at Highland Lake
173 Lake St
Winsted, CT 06098
860 469-2870

 

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