Upson Lake

Upson Lake is a lake in the Northeastern Connecticut region, but a dependable acreage figure was not found. A dependable maximum-depth figure was not found for Upson Lake, so it should not be guessed from a similarly named water.

What to Expect at Upson Lake

Without trustworthy acreage or depth figures for Upson Lake, the safest approach is to read the water in front of you instead of assuming it fishes like another lake with the same name.

Fish and Useful Baits at Upson Lake

Fish reported from Upson Lake include bluegill and largemouth bass.

Bass

When largemouth bass hold tight to cover on Upson Lake, a compact jig or weedless worm is more useful than repeated open-water casts.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

Bluegill and other sunfish in Upson Lake take worms, crickets and tiny jigs along shade and vegetation.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Upson Lake

Use the first hour to compare a protected bank with a windblown one on Upson Lake. Then compare vegetation, shaded shoreline and firm-bottom changes around Upson Lake before searching open water.

When to Fish Upson Lake

On Upson Lake, spring fish often move onto protected banks before the open basin warms. Summer fishing on Upson Lake is usually best at low light, beside shade or along the outside edge of healthy cover. During fall at Upson Lake, revisit creek mouths and main points with baitfish-sized lures.