Guide To Fishing At Washinee Lake

AKA: West Twin Lake

The most popular of the Twin Lakes, Washinee Lake (West Twin Lake) is a 290-acre lake located in the far northwest corner of Connecticut. Anglers will find almost 5 miles of shoreline providing cover for a variety of fish species. Bass, perch, kokanee, pickerel and sunfish are all popular here.

The lake is open to all types of boats. Canoes and kayaks are very popular and power boats can launch at a for-fee boat launch ramp. There is limited access for fishing from the bank, and little or no public parking.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed sunfish, redbreast sunfish, rock bass, yellow perch, kokanee salmon and chain pickerel at Washinee Lake in Connecticut.

Primary fish species residing in Washinee Lake

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Washinee Lake Amenities

Marina: YES (On connected Washining Lake)
Boat Rental: YES (On connected Washining Lake)
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NO
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: YES (On connected Washining Lake)
Restaurant: YES (On connected Washining Lake)

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Fishing Boat Rentals

O'Hara's Landing Marina
Rentals: Fishing boats, canoes, kayaks and pontoon boats
860 824-7583

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Wicks Road Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, off Wicks Road, this is a primitive, one-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.

Click here for a Connecticut Fishing License.

Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

No Campgrounds or RV Parks

Washinee Lake CT Map - Fishing & Camping Areas

Lake Video

Contact Information

Washinee Lake
O'Hara's Landing Marina
254 Twin Lakes Rd
Salisbury, CT 06068
860 824-7583

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