It's no secret that Maine offers some of America's best fishing. From bass and panfish to trout and salmon, lakes and rivers across the state host an incredible range of game fish, and Sebago Lake is consistently ranked among the very best places to go fishing in Maine. 

Today, let our real estate agents be your guide to one of Maine's best fishing lakes. Here's what you need to know so you can have a great day on the water at Sebago Lake. 

The Lay of the Land

Sebago Lake is just 30 minutes from Portland and less than an hour's drive from Augusta. The lake spans nearly 29,000 acres and is over 300 feet deep, making it the deepest and second-largest lake in Maine. 

Some of Sebago Lake's shoreline is developed with private homes and communities, but a significant portion of the lakeshore is wild, densely wooded, and undeveloped. Public access is available at numerous parks, beaches, and boat ramps. 

Fish Species in Sebago Lake

Sebago Lake is a healthy two-story lake, which means that it is home to both cold-water and warm-water game fish. Some of the most common and popular species caught in Sebago Lake include: 

• Landlocked Salmon: Sebago Lake is one of the only lakes where landlocked Atlantic salmon are native. Salmon were left stranded here after the end of the last ice age when the lake was completely inundated with seawater. 
  
  
• Lake Trout: Introduced into Sebago Lake in the 1970s, lake trout have come to thrive in the lake's deep, cold waters. Trout weighing as much as 25 pounds have been caught here. Lake trout are commonly referred to as "togue" among local anglers. 
  
  
• Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: Most common in warm, shallow parts of Sebago Lake, largemouth and smallmouth bass have been getting a lot of attention from bass fishermen in recent years. Look for largemouths around weed beds and smallmouths in rocky areas. 
  
  
• Northern Pike: Some of the largest game fish currently in Sebago Lake are northern pike, though these toothy predators are considered invasive and were most likely stocked here illegally. They're hard fighters that can top 15 pounds, and anglers are encouraged to keep any they catch. 
  
  
• Whitefish: Sebago Lake also supports a population of lake whitefish, which are usually caught using small jigs close to the bottom in deep parts of the lake. 

Best Time to Fish Sebago Lake

Sebago Lake is truly a year-round fishing lake. The best fishing for trout and salmon generally takes place in spring and fall, but anglers also catch some by trolling open water in summer or by fishing through the ice in winter. 

Ice fishing is also the most popular and effective way of catching lake whitefish, which feed close to the bottom in 30 to 60-foot depths. Smelt are targeted through the ice between December and February and also by bank fishermen on local streams during the spring smelt run. 

For warm water species like largemouth and bass, the summer months offer some of the best fishing opportunities. Bass fishing on Sebago Lake usually starts in May and continues to be excellent through September. 

Where to Fish at Sebago Lake

There are numerous places to access the water along Sebago Lake's 105-mile shoreline. The best fishing spots depend on the season and what you plan to catch, but some of the top places include: 

• Kettle Cove: A large and relatively shallow cove in the northeast corner of Sebago Lake, Kettle Cove is littered with islands, weed beds, and rocky reefs, making it one of the best bass fishing areas. It has also become a popular area to fish for pike. Kettle Cove Marina offers boat rentals and launch facilities on the cove. Ice fishing is also excellent in this area. 
  
  
• Sebago Lake State Park: Nestled at the northern tip of the lake, Sebago Lake State Park offers bank fishing access and boat launch facilities. The park is located at the point where the Songo River empties into the lake and is an especially popular fishing spot in late summer and early fall when Atlantic salmon start heading upriver to spawn. 
  
  
• Jordan Bay: This massive bay at the east side of Sebago Lake offers excellent shallow habitat for bass, as well as deep waters where lake trout thrive. This area is best fished from a boat, and access is available at the Raymond Boat Launch.
  
  
• Lower Bay: At the south end of the Lake, Lower Bay has a mostly undeveloped shoreline, and there is excellent fishing for a wide variety of fish species here. Sebago Lake Station Landing provides bank access and boat launch facilities. 

Contact us today to learn more about life in Maine and the Sebago Lake Region. From fishing and boating to camping and hiking, it's the perfect place for anyone who loves the outdoors.