Brown Trout

LOCATIONS

BODIES OF WATER

Where to find brown trout? They are very adaptable fish and can be found in a variety of bodies of water and habitats. Streams, Rivers, Lakes.
Brown trout can be found in both cold and warm water environments, and they typically prefer clear, well-oxygenated water.
Connecticut: Housatonic River, Farmington River, Bantam Lake, Candlewood Lake, Lake Zoar.
Massachusetts: Deerfield River, Swift River, Westfield River, Quabbin Reservoir, Wachusett Reservoir.
Maine: Penobscot River, Kennebec River, Androscoggin River, Moosehead Lake, Rangeley Lake.
New Hampshire: Androscoggin River, Merrimack River, Pemigewasset River, Squam Lake, Winnipesaukee Lake.
New Jersey: Pequest River, Musconetcong River, Raritan River, Round Valley Reservoir, Spruce Run Reservoir.
New York: Beaverkill River, Delaware River, Ausable River, Saratoga Lake, Neversink River, Salmon River, Saranac River.
Pennsylvania: Lehigh River, Conodoguinet Creek, Susquehanna River, Youghiogheny River, Lackawanna River, Schuylkill River, French Creek, Allegheny River, Letort Spring Run, Big Fishing Creek
Rhode Island: Wood River, Pawcatuck River, Queen's River, Narrow River, Salt Pond, Ninigret Pond, Worden Pond, Mashapaug Pond, Johnson's Pond, Ashville Pond
Vermont: Otter Creek, Winooski River, Lamoille River, Missisquoi River, Batten Kill River, White River, Lake Champlain, Otter Creek Reservoir, Lewis Creek Reservoir, Groton Pond.

STRUCTURE/HABITAT

In lakes/ponds focus on depth tranision points.
Pools where the water current slows down and there is plenty of food availible.
Typically found in areas with rocky bottoms, deep pools, and plenty of cover, such as undercut banks, logs, and boulders.
Trout can be finicky fish to catch so finding un-fished less populated waters will is key.

PATTERNS

SPRING

Great time of year for trout as the water warms and more food sources are available. Fish are becoming more active preparing for spawning and found in shallower locations.
Look for riffles and runs with gravel or rocky bottoms, as these areas provide ideal habitat for aquatic insects and spawning activity. Target brown trout using nymph patterns such as mayfly nymphs, caddis larvae, and stonefly nymphs.
Additionally, consider fishing with small streamers or wet flies to imitate emerging insects or small baitfish that brown trout feed on during this time.

SUMMER

In the summer, brown trout seek refuge from the warmer water temperatures by moving to deeper pools, undercut banks, and shaded areas. Target these areas early and late in the day when temperatures are cooler and brown trout are more active. Use techniques such as nymphing, dry fly fishing, and streamer fishing to entice bites

FALL

As temperatures cool down in the fall, brown trout become more aggressive in preparation for spawning. Focus on larger streamers, nymphs, and egg patterns in areas with suitable spawning habitat, such as riffles, runs, and deeper pools.

WINTER

During the winter months, brown trout may become less active and seek refuge in deeper, slower-moving sections of rivers and lakes. Target these areas using slow presentations such as nymphing with small midge patterns or dead-drifting baitfish imitations.