Damariscotta River Fishing Spot

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Damariscotta River is a relatively short river in Maine that empties into the Atlantic Ocean. There are 2,500-year-old oyster shell middens (heaps) along the banks of the Damariscotta River, which is a tidal estuary of the Gulf of Maine. The Damariscotta River is fed from ponds in Jefferson and Nobleboro, Maine. It flows southward between Newcastle, Edgecomb and Boothbay on the west and Bristol on the east. It is a navigable river for about 16 miles inland, to the bridge between Newcastle and Nobleboro. It is important in local commerce and shipbuilding and is used to transport lumber. Dodge Point Preserve - On the Damariscotta River. 500 acres of forest, deep-water access, three beaches, hiking trails. Located on River Road, Newcastle. So far this is shaping up to be a terrific summer for Striped Bass, more commonly known as stripers, on the Damariscotta River. Keepers are being taken near the Edgecomb side of the Damariscotta River by Pleasant Cove, in Newcastle near Dodge Point and close to the village off of Hog Island. If you are adventurous you can try crossing under the Damariscotta-Newcastle Bridge and head up to the Route 1 bridge. For the most fun try light tackle and the jelly shads. I personnally favor the brightly colored ones but I'm not sure the fish are that picky. Nothing beats the thrill of bringing a 25 inch fish into the boat with a lightweight rod and 6 lb. test line!

Damariscotta River is a relatively short river in Maine that empties into the Atlantic Ocean. Damariscotta is an old Abenaki word for "river of many fishes". There are 2,500-year-old oyster shell middens (heaps) along the banks of the Damariscotta River, which is a tidal estuary of the Gulf of Maine.