Hockanum River Fishing near Hartford, Connecticut

Hockanum River is a stream located just 1.7 miles from Hartford, in Hartford County, in the state of Connecticut, United States. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including bream/bluegill, brook trout, green sunfish, white perch and largemouth bass here. Whether you’re baitcasting or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Hockanum River. Alternate names for this stream include Hoccanam River, Hoccanum River and Sawmill River.

Join us as we discuss the Connecticut Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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