Best fishing near Laurel
12 fishing spots · 12 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Laurel, New York — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 12 of 12 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Lake Housatonic
Good
37.9 mi away
· Water 63°F · a bit cool· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers · 75°F · 9 mph wind
Lake Housatonic is a premier fishing destination in Connecticut, with a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, and various…
Why 69: live conditions (good)
69Top-rated
B⛰
#2
Baker Cove
36.1 mi away
Baker Cove fishing area is located in Connecticut, USA, and is known for its abundance of fish species such as largemouth bass, bluegill, white perch, and catfish. Nearby…
Why 63: resort size & terrain
63Solid
F⛰
#3
Fountain Lake Reservoir
Good
39.2 mi away
· Water 63°F · a bit cool· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers · 75°F · 9 mph wind
The Fountain Lake Reservoir in Connecticut is a great spot for anglers who are looking to catch bass, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and…
Why 62: live conditions (good)
62Solid
B⛰
#4
Bunnells Pond
Fair
37.1 mi away
· Water 51°F · cold, sluggish· Clear water · 1 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
Bunnells Pond in Bridgeport, Connecticut offers a variety of fish species to catch, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities include hiking…
Why 60: live conditions (fair)
60Solid
T⛰
#5
The Gulf
Fair
30.6 mi away
· Water 51°F · cold, sluggish· Clear water · 1 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
There is no Gulf fishing area in Connecticut as the state does not have access to the Gulf of Mexico. However, there are numerous fishing opportunities in Connecticut's Long…
Why 54: live conditions (fair)
54Solid
Q⛰
#6
Quillinan Reservoir
Fair
37.7 mi away
· Water 68°F · warming for trout· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers · 75°F · 9 mph wind
The Quillinan Reservoir is a small lake located in Connecticut, USA. The lake is stocked with trout and bass, making it a popular destination for anglers. There are also nearby…
Why 54: live conditions (fair)
54Solid
M⛰
#7
Mumford Cove
37.1 mi away
Mumford Cove is a great fishing spot located in Connecticut, USA. The area is known for its abundance of fish species, such as striped bass, bluefish, flounder, and blackfish. The…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
T⛰
#8
Toms Creek
Good
21.0 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers · 76°F · 7 mph wind
Toms Creek in Connecticut is a popular fishing destination for trout enthusiasts. The area is known for its abundant population of brown and rainbow trout. There are also…
Why 45: live conditions (good)
45Rated
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#9
Lake Wintergreen
Good
34.5 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers · 76°F · 8 mph wind
Lake Wintergreen is a popular fishing destination located in Hamden, Connecticut. The lake's fish species include bass, trout, sunfish, and catfish, making it a great spot for all…
Why 45: live conditions (good)
45Rated
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#10
Twotree Island Channel
31.6 mi away
The Twotree Island Channel fishing area in Connecticut is a popular spot for anglers to catch striped bass, bluefish, and fluke. Nearby activities include kayaking, hiking, and…
Why 38: resort size & terrain
38Rated
Fishing near Laurel
The Laurel area has 12 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Laurel
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.