Coomer Lake, Rhode Island: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Providence County, Rhode Island, is where Coomer Lake sits. What surrounds it is mixed woodland. At roughly 15 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. It sits higher than most water we list in Rhode Island. The closest town, Chepachet, is 3.4 miles away. Greenville is 3.8 miles away, with North Scituate at 3.9 miles. One jurisdiction covers this water end to end.

• Where to Fish on Coomer Lake

  Depth is not on record here, so the bank has to tell you. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. County-wide records name bluegill, common carp, pumpkinseed, black crappie and chain pickerel. Protected fish appear in the records for this area, so treat the list as information, not an invitation. Treat Coomer Lake as a water to read rather than to cover.

• Seasonal Patterns

  On the long-term average, July reads 70°F and January reads 26°F. The year turns gently, without extremes at either end. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. It holds true on Coomer Lake more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public data does not answer the access question here. You will be walking about half a mile from the nearest car park. A toilet block sits half a mile away. 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. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. Lake Aldersgate at 2 miles is the sensible second choice. Check the current arrangement for Coomer Lake.