Maine offers Free Fishing Days — try the fishing license Maine waters free!
2026 ME Free Fishing Weekend
| Date | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| February 14-15, 2026 | Free Ice Fishing Weekend | No license needed — classic Maine winter tradition! |
| June 6-7, 2026 | Free Fishing Weekend | Open water — all inland waters free |
Maine uniquely offers a Free Ice Fishing Weekend in February — reflecting the state's deep ice fishing heritage.
Best Spots
| Water | Region | Species | Why Go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moosehead Lake | Piscataquis | Brook trout, togue, salmon | Largest ME lake — 40+ miles long |
| Sebago Lake | Cumberland | Landlocked salmon, bass, togue | Trophy landlocked salmon — near Portland |
| Grand Lake Stream | Washington | Smallmouth bass, landlocked salmon | Fly fishing village — guided heritage |
| Kennebec River | Central ME | Striped bass, smallmouth | Saltwater/freshwater transition zone |
| Rangeley Lakes | Franklin | Brook trout, landlocked salmon | Historic trout/salmon region — remote beauty |
See all ME fishing spots. Season license is $27 total: where to buy.