Fly Fishing Grand Lake Stream, West Grand Lake and Big Lake
Weatherby's Maine fishing camp is tucked away, deep in the St. Croix Valley of Downeast Maine, surrounded by lakes with names like Wabassus, Pocumcus and Sysladobsis. Our Main Lodge overlooks Grand Lake Stream, arguably one of the best Salmon rivers in the country.
In addition to our traditional recreation, the region surrounding Weatherby's also provides for numerous other opportunities as we sit just a short distance from some of the most magnificent coastline and fishing communities Maine and the Province of New Brunswick have to offer. You can spend a day exploring Eastport, historic Machias, St. Andrews by the Bay or St. Stephen, Canada's Chocolate Town.
Grand Lake Maine Fly Fishing
For over a century, Weatherby's has attracted anglers who put a premium on quality, earning us the title of "the Fisherman's Resort." The Grand Lake Region of Maine is saturated with rivers, streams, ponds, and lakes. Depending on an angler's interests and the season, there is the possibility of fishing for landlocked salmon, smallmouth bass, brook trout, lake trout, white perch, and pickerel.
Maine Salmon and Lake Trout Fly Fishing Discerning fishermen are well aware that Maine offers some of the best freshwater salmon fishing in the world, and nowhere can rival the salmon fishing you'll find in the Grand Lake Stream Region. West Grand Lake and Big Lake are the most popular lakes for this early season trolling as these lakes provide the natural foods, habitat, and spawning areas for salmon and trout. Lake fishing for salmon and lake trout (togue) is best starting about a week to ten days after ice-out. The best time for surface fishing with flies and artificial lures is a week to ten days after ice-out, once the lake has rolled and the thermal layers have changed, and continues through June.
Maine Smallmouth Bass Fishing Fishermen can find smallmouth bass in a striking frenzy, usually beginning around the first of June, that can last all season long. The top-water bass fishing (on spawning beds) begins when the water temperature reaches approximately 65F. Fly fishing with poppers and bright streamer flies is popular, as is casting and spin fishing. Fishing with artificial lures on the shoreline is a great alternative to fly fishing on the spawning beds. This type of fishing can be good iof there are two people in the guide canoe and don't want to hook each other. The Grand Lake region has so many different bodies of water that top water bass fishing throughout the entire season is not uncommon.
White Perch and Pickerel July and August are the best for family fun! There is nothing more exciting and action-filled than shallow water fishing for pickerel. Many fisherman start their day searching for these fun fish. The experience is so exhilerating they want to try it again! The water and air temperatures are comfortable and consistent. It is the perfect time for swimming and fishing in the clear waters of the Grand Lake area. Fishing for white perch and pickerel at this time will give the children plenty of action! Family rates are available, just ask!
General Information Bait fishing for Smallmouth Bass becomes legal June 21st. The fishing in our area lends itself to all fresh water techniques and tackle, so come supplied with your favorite equipment and test your skills. A fine selection of flies, lures and equipment are available at the local store, and fishing licenses are available at our camp. Bring light-colored clothing, something warm, and please don't forget your rain gear.
Fishing Grand Lake Stream Weatherby's overlooks the Grand Lake Stream, which is three miles long and connects West Grand Lake with Big Lake. The Stream Is Fly Fishing Only. With a controlled water flow, a gravel bottom and many wide areas, you'll be casting like a pro in no time. Spring fishing begins with your favorite streamer fly. As the weather warms and the hatches begin, you can use all your favorite flies. From this time on, the dry fly and nymph fishing will remain popular. Make sure to bring your waders and be prepared for some fun!
Registered Maine Fishing Guide Service The Grand Lake area has more registered Maine Guides than any area in the state. These guides have passed state-issued tests and are very knowledgeable about the local woods and water of the region. The charm and color of our guides is surpassed only by their expertise in finding the spots where the fish are biting, making for an extraordinary and unforgettable day of fishing and story-telling.Guides can also prepare hot cook-out lunches on the lakeshore including the catch of the day, or a box lunch can be prepared for you and brought from the lodge. Although guide service is not required, it is always available. Inquire about daily guide rates which include "Grand Laker" with motor.
Boat and Motor Rentals Boat and motor rentals are available on Grand Lake, Big Lake and St. Croix River. No boat is needed to fish the stream.
Equipment Rentals ORVIS equipment for fly, spin and bait casting is available on a daily basis, as well as float tube
Weatherby's Fly Fishing School boasts some of New England's finest fly casting instructors with decades of experience among them. Fly casting, whether it be on a lake for smallmouth bass or pan fish or in a rapid stream for brook trout and salmon, is an individual and personal art.
Our group courses and private instruction will help you gain the insight into the art of angling in such a way that you will come away from any fishing trip with a quality experience. Our novice courses will teach you all the basics from casting to fly tying. Our intermediate courses will help you get to the next level of comfort, where you can read a stream, match a hatch and land a fish on most any water.
Our group courses are offered throughout the season and private lessons can be scheduled at any time depending on instructor availability. Give us call for more information or to sign up for Weatherby's Fly Fishing School today.
Maine Fishing Cabin Rentals There are 15 spacious cabins nestled amongst the trees, with enough space surrounding them to ensure your privacy. Each of these rustic cabins has either an open brick or Franklin fireplace. (After all, what's more enjoyable after a day of fishing than relaxing by an open fire?)
Maine Cabin Rental Accommodations
To add to your comfort, our cabin rentals have screened porches, a bath with bathroom heater and a very cozy bedroom. These rustic ccabins are attractive with tasteful antiques, but feature modern amenities and comfortable beds. Every day, our maids make the beds and tidy up your cabin, while our cabin boy ensures you have plenty of fresh ice to keep cool and ample wood and kindling to keep warm. Special attention has been paid to selecting the finest box springs and mattresses for your bed, so you can rest assured of having a terrific night of sleep.
The Main Lodge The center of our Maine Fishing Camp, and one of the largest structures in all of Grand Lake Stream, our Main Lodge grandly welcomes you from the street. With a basketball and tennis court adjacent to camp as well as areas for croquet and horseshoes, there are a number of outdoor activities here to help you unwind after a busy day.
Inside the Main Lodge, you'll find a collection of books, television, and a piano. Our comfortable and relaxing closed porch is an inviting place to share a cup of tea with family and friends while watching the sun set. As evening rolls around, our roaring fireplace in the main lodge is the most popular after-dinner spot to gather with friends and other fishermen to swap stories of the day's success.
The Dining Room Glancing upwards in the large early American dining room, you'll notice the original tin ceiling, and few guests can resist an investigation of the variety of game fish which are mounted on the walls, each with its own terrific story. Breakfast and dinner are served at your private table, while lunch, either a picnic box or hot cook-out, is provided upon request. The cook-out is prepared by your guide, and is an experience you will long remember.
As for breakfast and dinner, we feed hungry fishing families fresh-baked breads, fish chowder, roast turkey and lobster dinners, with a signature strawberry-rhubarb pie for dessert. We're glad to cook what you catch any way you like it! A bounty of homemade breads, rolls, pies and pastries are baked daily to accompany the delicious meals prepared by our chef.
At Weatherby's, we take great pride in the quality of our food, and we promise that you'll leave here with a deep appreciation of our New England-style cooking.
The Backwoods Business Center Weatherby's is the ideal spot for your next company retreat! Get away from it all, but stay in touch.....our office is complete with wireless internet, telephone and fax provided for your convenience. Bring your laptop and modem so you can send and receive email here in the deep Maine woods. Here at Weatherby's, you can choose how remote you want to be!
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Weatherby's Maine fishing camp is tucked away, deep in the St. Croix Valley of Downeast Maine, surrounded by lakes with names like Wabassus, Pocumcus and Sysladobsis. Our Main Lodge overlooks Grand Lake Stream, arguably one of the best Salmon rivers in the country. 
For over a century, Weatherby's has attracted anglers who put a premium on quality, earning us the title of "the Fisherman's Resort." The Grand Lake Region of Maine is saturated with rivers, streams, ponds, and lakes. Depending on an angler's interests and the season, there is the possibility of fishing for landlocked salmon, smallmouth bass, brook trout, lake trout, white perch, and pickerel.
The Grand Lake area has more registered Maine Guides than any area in the state. These guides have passed state-issued tests and are very knowledgeable about the local woods and water of the region. The charm and color of our guides is surpassed only by their expertise in finding the spots where the fish are biting, making for an extraordinary and unforgettable day of fishing and story-telling.Guides can also prepare hot cook-out lunches on the lakeshore including the catch of the day, or a box lunch can be prepared for you and brought from the lodge. Although guide service is not required, it is always available. Inquire about daily guide rates which include "Grand Laker" with motor.
To add to your comfort, our cabin rentals have screened porches, a bath with bathroom heater and a very cozy bedroom. These rustic ccabins are attractive with tasteful antiques, but feature modern amenities and comfortable beds. Every day, our maids make the beds and tidy up your cabin, while our cabin boy ensures you have plenty of fresh ice to keep cool and ample wood and kindling to keep warm. Special attention has been paid to selecting the finest box springs and mattresses for your bed, so you can rest assured of having a terrific night of sleep. 