Fishing East Grand Lake
AKA: Grand Lake East
Popular Fish Species East Grand Lake, ME
Landlocked Atlantic Salmon Fishing
Known as the “king of fish”, Atlantic salmon live in both fresh and saltwater, which means they are anadromous. They are renowned for their impressive athleticism, and delectable taste. Native to the North Atlantic Ocean, these fish undertake extraordinary journeys from their natal rivers to distant feeding grounds in the open ocean and back again to spawn. In recent years, the allure of fishing for landlocked Atlantic salmon in East Grand Lake has grown in popularity. Fishing for these salmon tends to best early and late in the day. The state of Maine calls East Grand Lake the best salmon fishery in the state. These are populations of Atlantic salmon that are confined to freshwater environments, unable to access the sea due to geographical barriers such as waterfalls or dams. Landlocked Atlantic salmon in lakes exhibit similar behaviors to their sea-run counterparts, including feeding frenzies and impressive displays of strength when hooked. Anglers most often target landlocked salmon by trolling open water. The pursuit of landlocked Atlantic salmon also comes with a responsibility. Conservation efforts are essential to ensure the long-term sustainability of these populations. Anglers must adhere to catch-and-release practices, follow local regulations, and support habitat restoration initiatives to safeguard the future of this cherished species.
Lake Trout Fishing
Year round, fishing for lake trout in East Grand Lake is often quite good lately. These large trout can be caught from as shallow as 15 to 30 feet in Spring and Fall, to as deep as 100 feet or more during Summer and Winter. It is a monumental help to use fish finders, or other electronics to help in locating these roaming schools of lake trout. They feed on baitfish, so jigs rigged to imitate their prey often work well straight down under the boat. Trolling with numerous set-ups can also produce good catches. When the lake freezes over, ice fishing for big lake trout with spoons can deliver some great catches.
Smallmouth Bass Fishing
East Grand Lake continues to sustain a robust smallmouth bass population, even though the growth rate is rather slow. Many locals enjoy smallmouth fishing, as smallies are tough fighters and very exciting to catch. Smallmouth bass fishing is good virtually anytime they are shallow. Use shallow spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, crankbaits, tube baits and jerkbaits around rip rap. Around grass, use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, spend your time on deeper structure with small worms, jigs and spoons. Rock piles and points are prime areas for smallmouth as these areas are also home to crawfish. When the lake freezes over, consider ice fishing for smallies.
East Grand Lake Fishing Video
Fish species to fish for...
Guide to fishing for smallmouth bass, brook trout, lake trout, redbreast sunfish, white perch, yellow perch, landlocked Atlantic salmon and chain pickerel at East Grand Lake in Maine.
A major ice-fishing destination in winter, East Grand Lake offers good fishing for bass, trout, sunfish, perch, salmon and pickerel, year round. This 16,000-acre lake straddles the eastern Maine-Canada border, at Danforth, ME.
One of the sought after species here is the smallmouth bass. Lake trout, another popular species, are being caught in East Grand Lake. Atlantic salmon, once abundant in Maine's waters, have been successfully reintroduced in East Grand Lake. Anglers looking for panfish can find yellow perch, white perch, and redbreast sunfish here as well. The lake is also home to northern pike and chain pickerel, adding to the excitement of fishing in these waters.
78 miles of fishable shoreline awaits anglers searching for their favorite species. Much of the Maine shore is accessible for fishing from the bank, or portage of canoes, car-toppers and kayaks. A boat launch ramp is located at Forest City, on the southern part of the lake. There is plenty of lodging, stores and restaurants nearby plus a great place to camp at Greenwood Cove Campground & RV Park.
Primary fish species residing in East Grand Lake
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East Grand 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
Rideout's Lodge & Cottages
Rentals: Fishing boats
207 448-2440
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Greenland Point Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Greenland Cove Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.
Fishing Guides On East Grand Lake
Laney's Guide Service - salmon, lake trout
If you offer fishing guide services on this lake, please contact us for a free listing, to be posted here.
Fishing License
Click here for a Maine Fishing License.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Greenland Cove Campground - 207 448-2863
East Grand Lake ME Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
East Grand Lake
Greenland Cove Campground
Brown Rd
Danforth, ME 04424
207 448-2863
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Fishing for bass, trout, sunfish, perch, salmon and pickerel in eastern Maine.
