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Russell Reservoir

Russell Reservoir is a reservoir in New Hampshire, near Cheshire County.

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Fish species in Russell Reservoir

Russell Reservoir covers 26.4 acres in Cheshire County, New Hampshire. At this Russell fishery, the recorded maximum depth at the reservoir is 16 feet.

What to Expect at Russell Reservoir

On this 26.4-acre Russell basin, the verified 16-foot maximum gives the reservoir enough depth for fish to move away from the bank without turning the lake into a purely open-water fishery.

Fish and Useful Baits at Russell Reservoir

For Russell in Cheshire County, fish reported from the reservoir include black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, chain pickerel, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch.

Bass

At this Russell fishery, begin the largemouth search on the reservoir with a moving bait, then pick apart wood or weeds with a worm.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

On this 26.4-acre Russell basin, crappie at the reservoir respond to a small jig or live minnow beside brush and suspended cover. For Russell in Cheshire County, use a tiny jig or natural bait under a float when fishing the reservoir for bluegill and related sunfish. At this Russell fishery, a small minnow or worm on a light rig fits yellow perch fishing at the reservoir.

Walleye and Larger Predators

On this 26.4-acre Russell basin, chain pickerel in the reservoir can be found with spoons, spinnerbaits and small swimbaits along vegetation.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Russell Reservoir

For Russell in Cheshire County, let wind and water color choose the first section on the reservoir. At this Russell fishery, compare incoming water, the old channel and a point leading toward the deeper end of the reservoir.

When to Fish Russell Reservoir

On this 26.4-acre Russell basin, spring fish often move onto protected banks before the open basin warms. For Russell in Cheshire County, summer fishing on the reservoir is usually best at low light, beside shade or along the outside edge of healthy cover. At this Russell fishery, during fall at the reservoir, revisit creek mouths and main points with baitfish-sized lures.

Check the evidence

Sources and what they establish

Source dates describe the evidence, not a live catch forecast. Check the managing authority before planning access or keeping fish.

  • Black Crappie — supporting source

    New Hampshire Fish and Game Department – 2026 Freshwater Fishing Guide

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Bluegill — supporting source

    New Hampshire Fish and Game statewide fisheries guidance

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Brown Bullhead — supporting source

    New Hampshire Fish and Game statewide fisheries guidance

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Chain Pickerel — supporting source

    New Hampshire Fish and Game Department – 2026 Freshwater Fishing Guide

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    New Hampshire Fish and Game Department – 2026 Freshwater Fishing Guide

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Pumpkinseed — supporting source

    New Hampshire Fish and Game statewide fisheries guidance

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Yellow Perch — supporting source

    New Hampshire Fish and Game statewide fisheries guidance

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

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