The Dead River joins it at that point. which will allow you to switch between nymphs, dries and streamers. Fall: Caratunk you'll find nine miles of water that hugs Rt 201. Check the discharges and time your trip accordingly. The Moose River Valley is an ideal place for a canoe-fishing trip, with many ponds in the area to portage between. want to have some "Breathable" Bring your full bag of tricks. below Ledge Falls also bears inspection. Black River. Just across and a little upstream from the Caratunk landing Pierce Pond Stream Canoes can be pulled out at the old cemetery in Carratunk, The Hole in The Wall near Northern Outdoors and the public boat launch on Wyman Lake. Normal Tail Water level - 88 ft above sea level, Average Expected annual output - good location for fishing the Kennebec. of Maine's larger Brook Trout as well as respectable Landlocked Salmon. dam to Fairfield is what people generally refer to as "good water." These hard-fighting fish are just waiting for you to catch them. Moving down river from Augusta you are in tidal water, While we do provide all tackle, if you prefer to use your own gear, we recommend: medium-weight spinning rods and 6 10lb test line, 4 7 weight fly rods with floating, sink tip, and full sinking lines. Transportation is also included! If you've never fished Stripers go check this out. Fast rising water is only a problem from Harris dam to Solon. fishing is limited to boaters and heavy gear. East Outlet Guide & Fly Shop at Wilsons on Moosehead Lake, East Outlet Guide Fly Shop At Wilsons On Moosehead Lake. This run is about 8 miles and is a It can be waded or fished from a drift boat. it is okay most of the day. Between Moosehead Lake and Indian Pond the East Outlet of the Kennebec River carves through the upper kennebec valley, one of the best stretches of fly fishing river in the entire State of Maine. 344 ft above sea level, Penstock - 3 @ 16 ft in diameter; 100' ft length, Average Expected Managed for fly fishing only year round this river offers some of Maines Best Landlocked Salmon and Brook Trout fishing. if(MSFPhover) { MSFPnav15n=MSFPpreload("_derived/thursday.htm_cmp_nature110_hbtn.gif"); MSFPnav15h=MSFPpreload("_derived/thursday.htm_cmp_nature110_hbtn_a.gif"); } Search video. may want to consider wearing a life jacket or an inflatable wading vest. MSFPhover = The River contains a good population of landlocked salmon, as well as brook, brown, and rainbow trout. or so most people Browns move in as the Stripers are leaving and provide good fishing into December. Carry Brook on down to the Forks you can fish either side wherever you can get to it, but You might want to forgo the nine mile trip and put in at Caratunk Kennebec River East Outlet with Drift Boat 1/2 Day $350 For 1 or 2 Guests includes snacks 4 Hours * Includes all fishing gear Full Day $475 For 1 or 2 Guests The Gorge is best accessed via the Harris Power Station near Indian Pond, the foot trail off the old Chase Stream Sluice Loop Road (west side), the Wooden Stairs at the Carry Eddy (east side), or by walking upriver from the Ball Field in The Forks. Note: The "Perfect Fly" lines of flies are recommended for the Kennebec River and they are available from the TroutU Store. When the water is low, we have two row frame rafts to get sports to those fishing holes on the Kennebec River! want to buy one outfit that will address most Trout and Landlocked Salmon situations - try As with many Maine steams, the best fishing usually takes place in the pools. Note the puncture wounds in the body of the fish. These are hard fighting rainbows but they can get picky at times. if(MSFPhover) { MSFPnav5n=MSFPpreload("_derived/Friday.htm_cmp_nature110_hbtn.gif"); MSFPnav5h=MSFPpreload("_derived/Friday.htm_cmp_nature110_hbtn_a.gif"); } Be prepared to use strike March Browns start about the first of June and last through the month. The East Outlet of the Kennebec river is a dam controlled release. After a hearty meal, its back to the boat to fish the remaining river before it spills into the awaiting waters of Indian Pond at Swimmers Rapid. Each trip includes beverages, snacks, a hearty lunch, a Registered Maine Guide, and all the equipment you need for a great day of fly fishing. Pertinent Data, Constructed - 1954 by Central Maine Power, Turbines - 4 @ 107,320 hp Stone fly nymphs are always a good bet this time of season. The Kennebec River got it's name from the Abnakis Indians. this section of the river. Spring: There are nice fish here, Bring your full bag of tricks. outweigh the good. Below Indian Pond, the Kennebec flows into the Forks Township, where the Dead River flows in. You will be glad you did. Greenville Junction, Maine 04442. The East Outlet, Moose, and Roach have all seen nice runs of fall fish. Shawmut is as far downriver as we will go for trout due to the distance and urban nature of the lower fisheries. // -->