Old Saybrook, CT Fishing Trip — March

Your Old Saybrook, CT Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 50°F / Low 35°F4.8" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in March

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various

March Weather in Old Saybrook

50°F
Avg High
35°F
Avg Low
4.8"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Matched

$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.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Connecticut Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$55
Requirements

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

Buy License Online — Connecticut

Species 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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
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.

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