Colt LakeColt Lake Vicinity, Rhode Island
Colt State Park Boat Ramp
6:00 AM – 10:00 PM State Park Day-Use Pass
Boat launch
Primary Boat Ramp & Launch Lanes
Operating Hours6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
Access FeeState Park Day-Use Pass / Annual Permit
Public Access Points1 Ramps Mapped
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About Colt Lake
Explore public boat ramps, marinas, and launch facilities on Colt Lake in Rhode Island. Features 1 verified public access point with trailer parking, amenities, and driving directions.
Official Fishing & Angler Guide
Fish Species & Seasons on Colt Lake
Popular sportfish species, prime bite seasons, effective tactics, and state regulations for Rhode Island.
Largemouth BassSpring Spawn (March–May) & Fall (Sept–Nov)
Target shallow weed beds, submerged timber, and drop-offs using spinnerbaits, plastic worms, and topwater frogs.
Black & White CrappieEarly Spring (April–May) & Winter Docks
Target marina dock pilings, submerged brush piles, and fallen trees with small marabou jigs, live minnows, and slip bobbers.
Smallmouth BassLate Spring & Early Autumn
Focus on rocky points, gravel humps, and current breaks with crankbaits, tube jigs, and drop-shot rigs.
Channel & Flathead CatfishSummer Months (June–August)
Fish deep river channels, creek mouths, and tailwaters after dark with cut shad, chicken liver, and stinkbait.
Best Times & Conditions
Dawn (5:30 AM – 9:00 AM) and Dusk (6:00 PM – Sunset). Peak feeding occurs during low-light conditions and moving tidal or river currents.
Spring spawn and fall transitions are prime for Largemouth Bass and Black & White Crappie. Summer night fishing is popular for catfish and walleye. State Regulations & Licensing
A valid Rhode Island Resident or Non-Resident Fishing License is required for all anglers age 16+. Follow state size limits, creel limits, and aquatic nuisance species (ANS) boat drainage regulations.
Rhode Island DEM Licensing PortalAll Public Launches on Colt Lake (1)
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