West Branch Farmington River Fishing near Canton Valley, Connecticut

West Branch Farmington River is a stream located just 3.9 miles from Canton Valley, in Litchfield County, in the state of Connecticut, United States, near Puddle Town, CT. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including rainbow trout and brown trout here. Whether you’re baitcasting, fly fishing or spinning your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to West Branch Farmington River. Alternate names for this stream include Great River, West Branch of the Farmington River and Farmington 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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