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Umbagog Lake

Boat Ramps
2
Access Points
2
Species
16

Umbagog Lake is a pristine 7,600-acre lake straddling the border between New Hampshire and Maine in the northeastern United States. As the lowest of the Rangeley Lakes, Umbagog features an average depth of approximately 12-15 feet, with some deeper sections reaching up to 50 feet, particularly in the northeast section near Sunday Cove. With over 50 miles of shoreline and extensive wetland complexes, Umbagog is known for quality smallmouth bass fishing but also supports populations of trout, perch, bass, salmon, and pickerel. Much of the lake falls within the Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge, established in 1992 to conserve the wetlands and surrounding habitats. This wilderness setting creates an excellent fishing destination with a variety of aquatic environments from open water to river confluences.


Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Umbagog 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.

Know where you can legally fish on Umbagog 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 Umbagog 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.

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    Keep a private fishing journal for Umbagog Lake to find where and when fish are biting for you.

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    Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.

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