Best fishing near Waterbury
14 fishing spots · 14 ranked · updated 2026-07-12 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Waterbury, 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 14 of 14 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Reservoir Number 2
8.0 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
S⛰
#2
Seymour Reservoir Number 2
8.2 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
C⛰
#3
Carrington Pond
9.2 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
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#4
Lake Zoar
Good
13.6 mi away
· Water 63°F · a bit cool· Sunny · 84°F
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 71: live conditions (good)
71Top-rated
R⛰
#5
Reservoir Number 1
8.3 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⛰
#6
Seymour Reservoir Number 1
8.4 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
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#7
Fountain Lake Reservoir
Good
13.9 mi away
· Water 63°F · a bit cool· Sunny · 84°F
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 60: live conditions (good)
60Solid
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#8
Great Brook Reservoir
Good
1.5 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Sunny · 84°F
Great Brook Reservoir fishing area is located in Connecticut, USA. This fishing spot is well known for its abundant population of largemouth bass, crappie, yellow perch, and…
Why 56: live conditions (good)
56Solid
L⛰
#9
Lake Quassapaug
Good
6.3 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
Q⛰
#10
Quillinan Reservoir
Fair
14.0 mi away
· Water 68°F · warming for trout· Sunny · 84°F
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 50: live conditions (fair)
50Solid
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#11
Lake Wintergreen
Good
14.0 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Sunny · 84°F
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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#12
Lower Fulton Park Pond
Good
1.3 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
Fishing near Waterbury
The Waterbury area has 14 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 Waterbury
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.