Bristol, CT Fishing Trip — April

Your Bristol, CT Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 59°F / Low 40°F2.8" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

April Weather in Bristol

59°F
Avg High
40°F
Avg Low
2.8"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

55 Guides Near Bristol

No guides are based in Bristol, but these guides operate nearby.

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Connecticut Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$55
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland and marine licenses available.

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Species Regulations

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check the CT DEEP website for specific waterbody regulations, as some areas may have special rules.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum

Only one walleye may be over 25 inches. Check the CT DEEP website for specific water body regulations.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Special regulations may apply to specific bodies of water. Check the CT DEEP fishing guide for details.

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