Fly Fishing In Maine

February 8, 2010 - 9:08 pm

Kennebec River, East Outlet

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Kennebec River, East Outlet

Town: Greenville
Season: May 1 to October 31
Water Type: River
Wading Access: Moderate
Species: Brook Trout, Landlocked Salmon
Flow Information: (800)-557-FLOW
Recommended Rod: 9' 6#
Recommended Flies: Hares Ear Nymph

Description:

Starting at Moosehead Lake on Rt 6 & 15 between Greenville & Rockwood, the East Outlet flows 3 1/2 miles over boulder strewn riverbed to Indian Pond. A prettier stretch of water is hard to find anywhere. The East Outlet falls under Fly Fishing Only, 1 fish law, May through September. An extended season keeps the outlet open through October with catch & release regulations in effect.

Depending on the water flow from the dam at Moosehead the wading is very good at 500 - 2000 cfs (cubic feet per second). Above 2000 cfs and wading starts to become limited with 3000 cfs about tops. You can call a toll free number to get estimated water flows on a daily basis. ( 800-557-3569 )

Because of yearly run-off from snowpack in the region it would be safe to say that wadable water usually don't occur till mid-May. It would be wise to use the toll free number before you strike out on a day trip in early season. If you are traveling from afar and are planning an extended stay I would ...more