Guide To Fishing At Moodus Reservoir
AKA: Moodus Lakes

Special boat speed limits are in effect on Moodus Reservoir. The lake is made up of two pools covering 480 acres (Upper 360 + Lower 120) and is located in the south-central part of the state, 2 miles east of Moodus.
Together the two pools have about 8 miles of shoreline, much of which is developed or has limited access for fishing from the bank. Fish species include bass, pickerel, perch and sunfish. This small lake is ideal for kayaks, canoes and rowboats. The Upper Moodus Reservoir Boat Launch is open to the public and has parking for 10 vehicles with trailers.
What to fish for...
Fishing for largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed sunfish, yellow perch and chain pickerel at Moodus Reservoir in Connecticut.
Primary fish species residing in Moodus Reservoir
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Moodus Reservoir Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing Boat Rentals
Lakeside Dan's
Rentals: Fishing boats and kayaks
860 759-3054
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Upper Moodus Reservoir Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Launching Area Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Click here for a Connecticut Fishing License.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Grandview Camping & Cottages - 860 873-3332
Markham Meadows Campground - 860 267-9738
Salem Farms Campground - 860 859-2320
Moodus Reservoir CT Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
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Contact Information
Moodus Reservoir
Upper Moodus Reservoir Boat Launch
East Haddam, CT 06423
860 424-3000
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Moodus Reservoir in CT
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Fishing for bass, pickerel, perch and sunfish in south-central CT.