Fishing the Allagash River

The Allagash is one of very few Maine drainages left with its natural assemblage of native coldwater species unaltered by many introductions of other fish species. The smelt is the only species introduced into the upper reaches of the waterway. Natural reproduction supports the brook trout, lake trout, lake whitefish and burbot (cusk) fisheries in the lakes of the Allagash Waterway.

You will need a a valid Sate of Maine fishing licenses if you plan to cast a line into the waterway. To save you time before you start your trip Katahdin Outfitters also provides our clients with this quick link so you can purchase your resident or non-resident fishing license online by checking this link. From there you can purchase a fishing license using your credit card.