Best fishing near Washington Depot

5 fishing spots · 5 ranked · updated 2026-07-12 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Washington Depot, 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 5 of 5 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Lake Lillinonah
#1 Lake Lillinonah Good
13.4 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Sunny · 84°F
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
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Lake Quassapaug
#2 Lake Quassapaug Good
10.9 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Sunny · 82°F
Lake Quassapaug is a popular fishing destination in Connecticut, USA, with a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, panfish, and…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
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Squantz Pond
#3 Squantz Pond Fair
12.3 mi away
· Water 49°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Clear water · 3 FNU· Sunny · 82°F
Squantz Pond is known for its popular fishing area in Connecticut, USA. The pond is home to various fish species such as bass, trout, and pike. Additionally, visitors can enjoy…
Why 49: live conditions (fair)
49Rated
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Lower Fulton Park Pond
#4 Lower Fulton Park Pond Good
14.7 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Sunny · 82°F
Lower Fulton Park Pond is a small fishing area located in Waterbury, Connecticut. The pond is stocked with trout and bass, making it a popular spot for anglers. Nearby activities…
Why 39: live conditions (good)
39Rated
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Papermill Pond
#5 Papermill Pond Good
14.7 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Sunny · 84°F
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 38: live conditions (good)
38Rated

Fishing near Washington Depot

The Washington Depot area has 5 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 Washington Depot

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.

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Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

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