Guide To Fishing At Moosehead Lake

AKA: Lake Moosehead

The largest lake in Maine, Moosehead Lake is great place for vacationing, fishing and boating. This 75,000-acre lake sits in the mid-western part of the state and provides excellent fishing opportunities for bass, trout, sunfish, perch and salmon.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Rental Boats
Boat Launch Ramps
Marinas
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Enjoy the stunning views with over 400 miles of shoreline wrapping around the lake. Camping, lodging, cabins, marinas and stores welcome visitors during the season. During winter, Moosehead Lake provides quality ice fishing. Local fishing guides offer various fishing expeditions for novice and experienced anglers. Rental boats are available during spring, summer and fall, and there are plenty of places available for fishing from the bank. There are two boat launch ramps - Public Boat Access on the west side and Greenville Junction at the southern tip of the lake. Canoes, kayaks and car top boats can be portaged from numerous locations.

What to fish for...

Fishing for smallmouth bass, brook trout, lake trout, pumpkinseed sunfish, white perch, yellow perch and landlocked Atlantic salmon at Moosehead Lake in Maine.

Primary fish species residing in Moosehead Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Moosehead 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

Today's Weather & Forecast

Fishing Boat Rentals

Moosehead Area Rentals
Rentals: Kayaks and canoes
207 418-7299

Northwoods Outfitters Moosehead Lake
Rentals: Kayaks and canoes
207 695-3288

The Birches Resort
Rentals: Fishing boats, kayaks, canoes and pontoon boats
800 825-9453

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Greenville Junction Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off State Route 6/15, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

Lily Bay State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off State Park, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.

Rockwood Town Landing Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Lake Street, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.