Fishing near Newport, RI

Nearest public waters

Straight-line distance from Newport. Tap a water for its spot profile.

WaterStateDistanceType
Narragansett Bay
Striped bass and tautog.
RI9 mibay
Block Island
Offshore and surf.
RI25 micoast
Cape Cod Bay
Striped bass and bluefish.
MA61 micoast
Boston HarborMA62 mibay
Connecticut River
Shad, bass, and catfish.
CT68 miriver
Quabbin Reservoir
Trout and salmon (permit).
MA79 mireservoir
Lake Candlewood
Largemouth and smallmouth bass.
CT110 milake
Pawtuckaway LakeNH111 milake

All waters in RI

RI license & regulations

Rhode Island DEM Division of Fish and Wildlife

  • Resident annual: verify locally
  • Non-resident annual: verify locally
  • Source: verify locally — see Rhode Island DEM Division of Fish and Wildlife current license fees and regulations.

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Species nearby

Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.