Silver Lake

Boat Ramps: 1
Access Points: 2
Species: 10

Silver Lake in Cheshire County is a 346-acre coldwater fishery located in the towns of Harrisville and Nelson in southwestern New Hampshire. The lake reaches depths of approximately 70 feet and offers anglers exceptional opportunities for both coldwater and warmwater species in a picturesque setting. Water from the lake flows via Minnewawa Brook and The Branch to the Ashuelot River, which connects to the Connecticut River system. The lake features many small islands on its south and west shores, several of which are registered NH Loon Preserve habitats. Anglers can expect a blend of tranquil fishing and exciting action, with options for both shore-based and boat fishing approaches.

New Hampshire licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Silver Lake and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Largemouth Bass

Micropterus salmoides

Smallmouth Bass

Micropterus dolomieu

Rainbow Trout

Oncorhynchus mykiss

Bluegill Sunfish

Lepomis macrochirus

Brown Bullhead

Ameiurus nebulosus

Chain Pickerel

Esox niger

Lake Trout

Salvelinus namaycush

Lake Whitefish

Coregonus clupeaformis

Pumpkinseed

Lepomis gibbosus

Yellow Perch

Perca flavescens

Fish stocking schedule

All stockings · 3

Atlantic Salmon346 fish · YearlingsJun 1, 2026
Rainbow Trout1,300 fish · YearlingsApr 27, 2026
Rainbow Trout1,000 fish · YearlingsApr 6, 2026

Source

New Hampshire Fish and Game Department

Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Silver Lake. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Sucker Brook Cove Access

Access Point

Know where you can legally fish on Silver Lake

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

New Hampshire licenses and regulations

New Hampshire Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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New Hampshire Fishing License

Persons 16 years or older need a license to fish in freshwater or saltwater in New Hampshire.

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New Hampshire Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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New Hampshire Stream Access Laws

Fishing is a New Hampshire tradition, one that we strive to pass on to present and future generations. With greater than 70% of New Hampshire’s land under private ownership, access for most shoreline and stream fishing occurs over private property. If we are to maintain the New Hampshire fishing tradition, it is important to remember that access to private land is a privilege provided to us through the generosity of landowners sharing their land. Practicing positive landowner relations is the key to maintaining access for present and future generations of anglers.

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Take Silver Lake with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

Use the map without signal
Download the map around Silver Lake to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Silver Lake to find where and when fish are biting for you.
HD depth charts from Garmin
Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.