Woonsocket Reservoir Number One Fishing near Cumberland Hill, Rhode Island

• Overview

  In Rhode Island, Woonsocket Reservoir Number One belongs to Providence County. It sits at 180 feet above sea level. At roughly 8 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. It is one of the smaller waters we list in Providence County. The closest town, Cumberland Hill, is 1.1 miles away. The big place round here is Providence, 11 miles distant. The line between counties passes nearby, which can change who manages the water.

• Where to Fish on Woonsocket Reservoir Number One

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Providence County records list bluegill, common carp, pumpkinseed and black crappie among the fish reported. Protected fish appear in the records for this area, so treat the list as information, not an invitation. Read Woonsocket Reservoir Number One before you fish it and the day goes better.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 71°F, while January sits near 26°F. The swings are modest, so patterns change slowly. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. February into May fishes hardest as the water warms. Time your trip to Woonsocket Reservoir Number One by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  The rules here are undocumented as far as public sources go. The closest car park is half a mile away, so pack accordingly. For the bass here, soft plastics worked slow along cover and a spinnerbait for searching do most of the work. Parking space is the usual limit rather than the bank itself. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. Should this one be busy, Laportes Pond is 0.9 miles off. Confirm access to Woonsocket Reservoir Number One locally before you travel.