Maine lake recommendations

[NHBull]

Howdy Folks,

The Mrs and I are looking to get away for a weekend in the middle of June.

looking for rest, relaxation and bass.

 Plan on taking our boat with us.

Rangley was the first to come to mind

Any input is appreciated 

thanks,Al

 

[upchuck1383]

Belgrade lakes chain has the most variety. That's just north of Augusta. Great Pond probably being the most popular for big smallies.

[yosef]

Little sebago is pretty good

[Deeare]

I had an old friend who had a place on lake cobbosseeconttee.  Ive never fished it but he would swear it's the best lake in New England.   He caught a couple 9 lb lgmouth bass from there in his time.  Smallmouth fishing is great also.  

 

If you need a place to stay or want to read a great/inspiring article check this out.   

 

https://www.centralmaine.com/2017/10/15/-mills-now-running-lakeside-motel-cabins-in-east-winthrop-with-family-friends/

 

[Deeare]

Not sure if link is working.   Google Travis mills lakeside lodge

[MainelyBASS]

Definitely depends on where you want to stay. If the where is flexible, the Belgrade Lakes are the capital of bass fishing in Maine. You can fish for largemouth or smallmouth depending on what you are feeling on a given day. If you are staying in the Portland area, Little Sebago, Moose Pond in Bridgton, and Panther Pond are all very good largemouth fisheries. Thompson Lake is an excellent smallmouth fishery that is 20 minutes from Portland. Tricky Pond is also a good smallmouth fishery that is 20 minutes from Portland.

[BrianinMD]

Have done week long trips at Cobboseeconttee at the Lakeside lodge. It was outstanding, fishing was great for largemouth and smallmouth. Easy access from room/cabin to docks. Plenty of food and such close.

[redmexican5081]

About 3 years ago I stayed at Belgrade Lakes Four Seasons Cottages on Great Pond in the Belgrade Lakes region.  Had a blast catching SM and trying for the pike that inhabit the waters.

[TrueNameAmended]

On 4/30/2018 at 2:47 PM, MainelyBASS said:

Definitely depends on where you want to stay. If the where is flexible, the Belgrade Lakes are the capital of bass fishing in Maine. You can fish for largemouth or smallmouth depending on what you are feeling on a given day. If you are staying in the Portland area, Little Sebago, Moose Pond in Bridgton, and Panther Pond are all very good largemouth fisheries. Thompson Lake is an excellent smallmouth fishery that is 20 minutes from Portland. Tricky Pond is also a good smallmouth fishery that is 20 minutes from Portland.

Some of my fondest childhood memories and best bass fishing I’ve ever done were at Moose pond. There are some absolute monsters along the shore in those boulders. Also lost more big bass than I can count after they shredded the line on said boulders...

 

In the same general vicinity, if you have a small boat, Beaver pond is another great one. If I remember correctly, though, you can’t have gas powered motors there. My grandfather had a bass boat with a 9.9 hp engine and at Beaver pond he always took the dingy out. 

[BassB8Caster]

20 hours ago, TrueNameAmended said:

Some of my fondest childhood memories and best bass fishing I’ve ever done were at Moose pond. There are some absolute monsters along the shore in those boulders. Also lost more big bass than I can count after they shredded the line on said boulders...

 

In the same general vicinity, if you have a small boat, Beaver pond is another great one. If I remember correctly, though, you can’t have gas powered motors there. My grandfather had a bass boat with a 9.9 hp engine and at Beaver pond he always took the dingy out. 

Are you talking about above the bridge on moose pond?

[TrueNameAmended]

On 5/2/2018 at 3:57 PM, BassB8Caster said:

Are you talking about above the bridge on moose pond?

Not sure what you mean. There’s the causeway along the shore, on both sides of the bridge, lined with huge boulders on the shore and into the water.

[BassB8Caster]

The bridge cuts the lake into two parts. One part being above (north) of the bridge, the other below (south). I have not fished Moose pond but from what i hear or read, most say to go above the bridge (north) for great LM habitat. 

[grizzy]

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Take a look at this link so you know where the tournaments will be happening.. this may help with your decisions on where to stay. Seems like the fish usually stop biting for almost a week after these guys hit the water!

http://www.maine.gov/ifw/fishing-boating/fishing/bass-tournaments.html

 

[Arcs&sparks]

There are NO bass in the Rangely lakes bud.  Consider bringing your fly rod and trolling gear. Lol . They haven’t been introduced to that area, it’s all salmon and trout.  Unfortunately it’s only a matter of time before someone brings a bucket, but for now we still lakes with Maine’s native species in them. 

 

You might consider Moosehead Lake?

there are smallies in there and I hear the fishing is really good by the state park,  large section of the lake is like boulder fields.  Other attractions include the 700’ cliff jutting up out of 250’ water, and other nice Mountain View’s and low boat traffic.

 

And as as others have said,  Belgrade area has a lot to offer for bass fishing,  lots of lakes to choose from in the are

[MainelyBASS]

On 5/4/2018 at 12:17 PM, BassB8Caster said:

The bridge cuts the lake into two parts. One part being above (north) of the bridge, the other below (south). I have not fished Moose pond but from what i hear or read, most say to go above the bridge (north) for great LM habitat. 

There are largemouth all over the lake. Ive always faired well on the north side of the causeway, but never won a tournament in that water. My only win on that lake came from way down south near the dam, along with the middle bay.

[TrueNameAmended]

On 5/4/2018 at 12:17 PM, BassB8Caster said:

The bridge cuts the lake into two parts. One part being above (north) of the bridge, the other below (south). I have not fished Moose pond but from what i hear or read, most say to go above the bridge (north) for great LM habitat. 

Ahh, I gotcha. I believe we spent most of our time above while on the boat, but I regularly fished both sides from the shore. If I remember correctly, the side "below" is much shallower.