lake in Maine, USA
Cradle of American fly fishing, Rangeley Lake made its name on giant brook trout and still offers outstanding fishing for brookies and landlocked salmon amid the mountains of western Maine. Located in the namesake of western Maine's Rangeley Lakes region (North Zone).
Rangeley Lake is a lake in Maine, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Rangeley Lake can target species including Brook Trout, Lake Trout, and Ouananiche. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Rangeley Lake.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Rangeley Lake. A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Rangeley Lake:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Rangeley Lake:
Anglers at Rangeley Lake can target species including Brook Trout, Lake Trout, and Ouananiche. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Rangeley Lake before you cast a line.
Rangeley Lake is a lake in Maine, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.