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September 27th, 2021 by

Kennebec Valley Fishing

Fall isn't just about the beautiful scenery in the Kennebec Valley. It's also one of the best times to go trout fishing, and it's a season our real estate agents look forward to every year. 

If you're in the Augusta, Maine area this fall, be sure to wet a line in these great local rivers, lakes, and streams. There's nothing like trout fishing on a crisp fall morning in Maine. 

  • Kennebec River - 50 Howard St, Augusta, ME 04330
    Forming the core of the Kennebec Valley, the Kennebec River is a productive trout fishery with an abundance of deep holes, riffles, and runs that harbor fish. Brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout all call the river home, and Atlantic salmon make their way upriver every October on their annual spawning run. A stone's throw from these Augusta homes for sale, the Kennebec is a great fly-fishing river that's also easy to float in a kayak or raft. East Side Landing Boat Ramp in Augusta is a great place to start exploring the Kennebec River. The access site is located along the Augusta Greenway Trail, which runs along the riverfront.

  • Jamies Pond - Jamies Pond Rd, Farmingdale, ME 04344
    A great destination for anyone who prefers to fish in a peaceful, secluded setting, Jamies Pond is just a few miles from Augusta in the small community of Farmingdale. The 107-acre pond has a mostly undeveloped shoreline with an access site at the northern end of the lake. Brook trout are the main quarry for many anglers, but Jamies Pond has populations of smallmouth bass, splake, and pickerel. The pond is located within Jamies Pond Wildlife Management Area and is very close to Farmingdale homes for sale. 

  • Cobbosseecontee Stream - Gardiner, ME 04345
    Cobbosseecontee Stream is stocked with brook trout every year. The stream flows through the community of Gardiner, just south of Augusta, where it merges with the Kennebec River. It's accessible at several points in and around town near Gardiner homes for sale, including Gardiner Dog Park and just off the Route 201 Bridge. It's a quiet, relaxing place to fish, and the fishing is at its best in spring and fall. Part of Cobbosseecontee Stream is dammed to form Pleasant Pond, a popular fishing spot for bass and panfish. 

  • Great Pond - Belgrade, ME 04917
    At 8,240 acres, Great Pond would more accurately be called a lake. In fact, it's the largest of a chain of lakes in Kennebec County known as the Belgrade Lakes, all of which offer excellent fishing opportunities near Belgrade homes for sale. Great Pond is known for its trout fishing, and it's home to brook trout and brown trout, as well as landlocked salmon. The best place to access the lake is at the state-owned boat launch and parking area near Belgrade Lakes Village. 

  • Echo Lake - Mount Vernon, ME 04352
    Less than 30 minutes from Augusta and close to Mount Vernon homes for sale, Echo Lake is one of the best fishing spots in Kennebec County for a variety of species. This 1,185-acre lake has deep, cold water that supports several trout species—including lake trout, splake, brook trout, and brown trout—while its weedy and rocky shallows provide a home for bass, panfish, and pickerel. It's a beautiful lake to fish in the fall when the lake cools, and trout are more likely to venture into shallow water. The public boat launch at the north end of the lake just off State Route 40 is a great place to start.

Contact us today to learn more about life in Maine's Kennebec Valley and start exploring all the outdoor adventures at your doorstep. 

Categories: Kennebec Valley
Tags: Things to Do, Family fun, Family-friendly activities, Outdoor activities, Augusta, Belgrade Lakes, Belgrade ME, Farmingdale ME, Gardiner ME, Mount Vernon ME
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