Best fishing near Trumbull
18 fishing spots · 18 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Trumbull, Connecticut — 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 15 of 18 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
H⛰
#1
Huntington Pond
9.1 mi away
Huntington Pond is a great fishing spot in Connecticut, USA. The pond is home to a variety of fish species such as largemouth bass, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, and…
Why 88: species variety
88Elite
C⛰
#2
Carrington Pond
12.6 mi away
Carrington Pond is a popular fishing destination in Connecticut, USA, attracting anglers with its abundant fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and yellow…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
S⛰
#3
Seymour Reservoir Number 2
13.5 mi away
Seymour Reservoir Number 2, located in Connecticut, USA, is a popular fishing spot for anglers of all levels. The reservoir is known for its wide variety of fish species…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
R⛰
#4
Reservoir Number 2
13.7 mi away
Reservoir Number 2 is a popular fishing destination in Connecticut, USA. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, yellow…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
L⛰
#5
Lake Zoar
Good
8.3 mi away
· Water 63°F · a bit cool· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance Showers then Showers · 75°F · 9 mph wind
Lake Zoar is a popular fishing destination in Connecticut, USA, known for its abundance of fish species including largemouth and smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, carp, and…
Why 73: live conditions (good)
73Top-rated
L⛰
#6
Lake Housatonic
Good
7.0 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
F⛰
#7
Fountain Lake Reservoir
Good
8.4 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
R⛰
#8
Reservoir Number 1
13.4 mi away
Reservoir number 1 in Connecticut is a popular fishing spot, known for its abundance of largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, pickerel, and perch. The area is surrounded by lush…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
S⛰
#9
Seymour Reservoir Number 1
13.4 mi away
Seymour Reservoir Number 1 is a popular fishing area in Connecticut, USA. Anglers can catch a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, yellow perch, bluegill, and…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
B⛰
#10
Bunnells Pond
Fair
4.3 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
L⛰
#11
Lake Lillinonah
Good
13.1 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Chance Showers then Showers · 74°F · 9 mph wind
Lake Lillinonah in Connecticut is a fantastic fishing spot that offers a variety of fish species such as largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, crappie, and…
Why 55: live conditions (good)
55Solid
Q⛰
#12
Quillinan Reservoir
Fair
9.5 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
T⛰
#13
The Gulf
Fair
9.7 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
L⛰
#14
Lake Wintergreen
Good
14.0 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
P⛰
#15
Papermill Pond
Good
13.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Chance Showers then Showers · 74°F · 8 mph wind
The Papermill Pond fishing area is located in New Milford, Connecticut. The pond is stocked with trout, bass, and panfish, making it a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts…
Why 39: live conditions (good)
39Rated
Fishing near Trumbull
The Trumbull area has 18 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 Trumbull
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.