river in Maryland, USA
One of the East's premier wild trout streams, the Savage River tailwater below the reservoir dam is managed as trophy trout water for wild brook and brown trout, while the river and its tributaries above the reservoir are catch-and-return for brook trout. Located in a famous trophy-trout tailwater below Savage River Reservoir in Garrett County.
Savage River is a river in Maryland, 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 Savage River can target species including Brook Trout, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Savage River.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Savage River. 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 Savage River:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Savage River:
Anglers at Savage River can target species including Brook Trout, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout. 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 Savage River before you cast a line.
Savage River is a river in Maryland, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.