Fishing at East Branch Sippican River, Plymouth County, Massachusetts

• Overview

  Plymouth County in Massachusetts is where East Branch Sippican River sits. Tidal water begins 4.3 miles from here. It is low-lying compared with other Massachusetts water we list. Rochester lies 2.1 miles from the water. Beyond it, West Wareham at 3 miles and Weweantic at 3.9 miles. The boundary is close enough to be worth checking before you fish.

• Where to Fish on East Branch Sippican River

  Our records carry no depth, so judge it from the bank. Slack water behind an obstruction is worth more than open current. The head and tail of a pool beat the body of it. Across Plymouth County, recorded fish include tessellated darter, striped bass, bluegill, swamp darter and chain pickerel. What holds for the county may not hold for this water. On East Branch Sippican River a short move beats a long cast.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The range across the year is 28°F to 72°F. Whether it freezes depends on the year. In milder years the edges alone go, and the middle never sets. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. On East Branch Sippican River that shapes the whole year. Autumn feeding runs harder as the light drops away.

• Tackle & Baits

  Ownership and access are not documented in what we hold. Fishing from a pier is possible 80 yards away. Leonards Pond Recreation Area runs up to the bank here, which usually means extra restrictions. For the bass here, soft plastics worked slow along cover and a spinnerbait for searching do most of the work. Check whether a boat is allowed before you tow one. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. The nearest alternative is Marys Pond, 0.6 miles out. Confirm before you fish East Branch Sippican River.