Chase Reservoir Fishing near Killingly Center, Connecticut

• Overview

  Chase Reservoir is one of the Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region waters in Connecticut. The country here is mixed forest. It measures about 74 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. The full circuit measures close to 2.0 miles on foot. The nearest place of any size is Killingly Center, 2 miles away. Foster follows at 4 miles, then Danielson at 4.3 miles. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Chase Reservoir

  Depth is unmeasured here, so let the shoreline guide you. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Records held for Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region cover bluegill, smallmouth bass and yellow bullhead. Records at this level tell you what is in the area. Anyone new to Chase Reservoir should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 70°F, the coldest about 25°F. Winter shuts things down for a spell, then spring reopens them fast. Hard cover is dependable here; it goes around late March. From about late March to around late December, expect open water on the long-run figures. The open run goes from the thaw to the freeze, and April through October covers most of it. On Chase Reservoir the same rules apply, with local timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public data does not answer the access question here. The water borders Chase Reservoir Conservation Area, so expect the reserve rules to apply. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Check whether a boat is allowed before you tow one. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. Acme Pond sits 1 mile off and takes the overflow. Signs at Chase Reservoir carry more weight than any list.