China Lake
China Lake in China and Vassalboro covers 3,845 acres with a maximum depth of 85 feet (east basin 50 feet). Principal fisheries are brown trout, brook trout, smallmouth and largemouth bass, white perch and chain pickerel.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Brown Trout
Smallmouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
White Perch
Chain Pickerel
Landlocked Salmon
Lake Trout
Yellow Perch
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Vassalboro public boat launchPublicImproved launch on the west basin near the outletDirections ↗
- North end access, ChinaPublicPublic access site at the north end of the lakeDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in China Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near China Lake ↗Local tips
- The improved launch is in Vassalboro on the west basin.
- The east basin is shallower (max 50 feet), good for bass and pickerel.
- Brown trout are a principal fishery; fish deeper basin water in summer.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.