Mooselookmeguntic Lake
lake in Maine
Popular with fly anglers for trolling and boat-based fly-fishing; productive flats, points and the Dead River/Moose River inflows are prime spots.
Conditions right now
No USGS gauge is linked to this water yet, so we can't chart flows.
Water temperatures are favorable for cold-water species
- 01Water temperatures are favorable for cold-water species, enhancing their activity levels.
- 02Focus on subsurface patterns imitating baitfish, leeches, and eggs, which are primary food sources in the fall.
- 03Expect intermittent Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches on milder, overcast days, offering dry fly chances for selective feeders.
- 04Landlocked Salmon and Brook Trout will be active in areas with current and structure, while Lake Trout will hold in deeper, cooler sections.
- 05Smallmouth Bass will be keyed in on baitfish and crayfish in rocky areas and along drop-offs.
Past reports week by week
9 weeksWhat to tie on
Picked from reports, hatches and the season. Tap a fly for the recipe and where else it works.
Mysis Shrimp (Nymph)
Mysis shrimp are a vital and consistent food source in deep, cold lakes like Mooselookmeguntic. Fishing this pattern dead drift near the bottom can be incredibly effective for Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon, and even Brook Trout.
Gray Ghost Streamer
A historically effective and locally recommended streamer pattern for migrating Landlocked Salmon in the fall, particularly in the turbulent waters of Mooselookmeguntic Lake.
Woolly Bugger (Olive)
A versatile, year-round streamer, effective for imitating leeches and baitfish. It's a go-to for all predatory species present in Mooselookmeguntic Lake, including Landlocked Salmon, Brook Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Lake Trout.
Black Ghost Streamer
Another classic Maine streamer, historically effective for fall-migrating Landlocked Salmon and opportunistic Brook Trout in lake systems.
Clouser Minnow (Bass) (Chartreuse/White)
Effectively imitates baitfish, a primary food source for Smallmouth Bass even in colder fall waters. It can also entice opportunistic Lake Trout.
Balanced Leech (Black)
Leeches are a consistent food source in stillwaters year-round. This pattern is highly effective for Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon, and Brook Trout cruising deeper sections of Mooselookmeguntic Lake.
Blue-Winged Olive Comparadun
Fall brings intermittent Blue-Winged Olive hatches, especially on overcast days. This low-profile dry fly is excellent for selective Brook Trout and Landlocked Salmon rising to emergers and adults.
Blood Dot Egg
Fall is prime egg season following salmonid spawning. This pattern is crucial for Landlocked Salmon, Brook Trout, and Lake Trout keying into eggs.
Buy at AmazonWhere to fish and who to ask
Mooselookmeguntic West Basin Boat Launch
Main public access for launching into the productive west basin with nearby points and drop-offs.
Rapid River Outlet Area
Current-swept structure near the outlet concentrates trout and salmon—good for streamers.
Upper Dead River Inflow
Where river and lake waters mix—excellent for feeding salmon and aggressive trout.
Fly shops within 40 miles
Rangeley Region Sports Shop
Points North Outfitters
North Country Fly Shop
Lopstick Outfitters
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What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
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Quick answers
Common questions about Mooselookmeguntic Lake.
What flies work best on Mooselookmeguntic Lake?
Our top scored fly patterns for Mooselookmeguntic Lake right now are Mysis Shrimp (Nymph) (80% confidence), Stimulator (Yellow) (80% confidence), Woolly Bugger (Olive) (80% confidence). These picks are scored from recent fishing reports, hatch data, and seasonal patterns.
What fish species are in Mooselookmeguntic Lake?
Mooselookmeguntic Lake holds Landlocked Salmon, Brook Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Lake Trout (Togue). See the species links on this page for fly recommendations and seasonal behavior for each.
Is Mooselookmeguntic Lake fishing well right now?
We publish a fresh bite report for Mooselookmeguntic Lake each week based on recent on-the-water intel. The current report — with conditions, hatches, and what's producing — is on this page.