Amos Lake, Preston

Amos Lake – Preston, CT Fishing Guide

Overview
Amos Lake is one of southeastern Connecticut’s hidden freshwater gems—clear water, healthy depth, and excellent habitat make it a favorite for bass anglers, kayakers, and anyone looking for a peaceful, scenic place to fish. With a public boat launch, plenty of natural structure, and year-round fishing opportunities, Amos Lake is an ideal destination for both casual and serious anglers.

Target Species

• Largemouth Bass (excellent population)

• Smallmouth Bass (present)

• Pickerel

• Panfish (Bluegill, Sunfish, Perch)

• Brown & Rainbow Trout (stocked seasonally)

• Calico Bass (Crappie)

Best Techniques

• Bass: jigs, Texas rigs, creature baits, crankbaits along drop-offs

• Trout: small spoons, inline spinners, minnows, PowerBait near deeper water

• Pickerel: flashy lures, jerkbaits, inline spinners

• Panfish: worms under a bobber, micro jigs near weedlines

Access & Parking

• Public boat launch located off Route 165

• Parking available directly by the launch

• Suitable for boats, kayaks, and canoes

• Limited but accessible shoreline fishing

Amenities

• Concrete boat launch

• Trailer-friendly parking

• Scenic shoreline areas

• Quiet, low-traffic lake setting

(No bathrooms or picnic areas — plan accordingly.)

Hours

• Open daily: Sunrise to Sunset
  (Standard CT DEEP launch hours unless otherwise posted.)

Fishing Tips

• Bass hold along deep weed edges—great for jig fishing

• Troll spoons or small crankbaits for trout in cooler months

• Pickerel hunt the shallows on sunny days

• Early morning topwater can be excellent in summer

• Clear water: downsize line and use natural colors for best results

Important Notes

• 10 mph speed limit on the entire lake

• No-wake restrictions in certain zones

• Clean, Drain, Dry required to prevent invasive species

• Follow all CT DEEP regulations for trout and bass