Saint John River

Saint John River is a river flowing through Maine, United States. River fishing rewards anglers who learn to read current — fish hold in the seams between fast and slow water, behind rocks and submerged logs, and at the heads and tails of pools. At Saint John River, working a lure or fly down-and-across the current usually outperforms casting straight upstream. Higher water concentrates fish; clear, low water makes them spookier.

Location

46.5700, -69.8580 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Fishing Techniques

• For Muskellunge

  Use a figure-eight retrieve at the boat to entice followers to strike close to the boat.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Saint John River.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Saint John River should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Maine before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Saint John River.

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