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 forests, providing visitors with an opportunity to hike, bike, or picnic. Fishing tips include using live bait or lures that resemble the natural prey of the fish species in the area. The best time of year to visit is from early spring to late fall when temperatures range from 50-70°F. It is important to note that fishing is not allowed in the reservoir from November to April.

Featured Fish - Chain Pickerel

The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The sides which are yellowish to greenish (almost black when young) are overlaid with a reticulated, or chain-like, pattern of black lines. Also, the pickerels (including the redfin and grass pickerels), have fully scaled cheeks and gill covers. The northern pike usually has no scales on the bottom half of the gill cover, and the muskellunge, E. masquinongy, usually has no scales on the bottom half of either the gill cover or the cheek.