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Androscoggin Lake, ME

Popular Fish Species Androscoggin Lake, ME

Androscoggin Lake Popular Fish - Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Smallmouth bass are the most sought-after species at Androscoggin Lake, with fish over 3 pounds very common. Largemouth bass also reside here in decent numbers. Smallmouth bass fishing is particularly good when they move to shallow water. Use shallow spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, crankbaits, tube baits and jerkbaits around any sort of rip rap. Around grass, use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, when the lake freezes over, consider ice fishing for smallies. Other times, focus your time on deeper structure with drop-shot rigs, small worms, jigs and spoons. Rock piles and points are prime areas for smallmouth as these areas are also home to crawfish.

Androscoggin Lake Popular Fish - Brown Trout

Brown Trout Fishing

Currently, fishing for brown trout in Androscoggin Lake is delivering some nice catches. These hearty fighters migrate around the lake in search of baitfish and comfortable water temperatures, preferably in the 50 to 62 degree range. In spring brown trout, along with the baitfish, move to the shallows which warms first. As the days get warmer in summer they move deeper, again following schools of bait. As Fall and Winter arrive, browns tend to stay in deeper water. When these trout move deep, it is typically in the 20- to 45-foot range. Nightcrawlers are always a good bait for brown trout. In-line spinners, bait-colored crankbaits and small spoons are other options. Experiment with depth and retrieve speed. When the lake freezes over, enjoy ice fishing for trout.

Androscoggin Lake Popular Fish - Chain Pickerel

Chain Pickerel Fishing

Chain pickerel prefer to weedy areas of lakes and rivers. They ambush baitfish and sunfish which requires cover for them to hide within. Submerged aquatic vegetation, brush, fallen tree limbs, or structures such as rock piles, bridge pilings, rip-rap, or debris. Androscoggin Lake has a very healthy population of these toothy critters, many approaching 30 inches and exceeding 5 pounds. Unlike many freshwater fish species, chain pickerel do not school up. They tend to be loners. Once you catch one, find other, spots with similar cover and depth to fish. Flashy spoons, live minnows, and bait-imitating crankbaits all work well. For added excitement, try fishing topwater lures over vegetation areas. Topwater lures that mimic wounded baitfish are very tempting to these predators. When the lake freezes over, ice fishing can get very exciting with these big pike.

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, brown trout, pumpkinseed sunfish, redbreast sunfish, white perch, yellow perch, chain pickerel and northern pike at Androscoggin Lake in Maine.

A picturesque lake in the south-central part of ME, Androscoggin Lake is a 4,000-acre vacation destination in summer. In winter, ice fishing is popular for trout, perch and pike. During the warmer months this is a popular lake for swimming, water sports, kayaking and of course, fishing.

One of the most sought-after fish species here is the smallmouth bass. Largemouth bass are also present in the lake, offering additional opportunities for bass enthusiasts. For those interested in trout fishing, Androscoggin Lake is known to hold brown trout , which can be found in various spots around the lake. Other popular fish species in the lake include black crappie, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, northern pike, and chain pickerel.

Enjoy over 30 miles of shoreline while cruising around the lake, sightseeing or fishing. The Androscoggin Lake Boat Access landing is located on the northern tip of the lake off Highway 133. Rental boats, camping, dining and shopping are available at the lake.

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Androscoggin Lake Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: NO
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Androscoggin Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off State Route 133, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.