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Pataconk Reservoir

Chester

Pataconk Reservoir: key facts at a glance
Water typeReservoir
LocationChester, Connecticut
Depth15 ft max depth · 6 charted depth bands, full depth map
LicenseConnecticut fishing license required, issued by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)

Data: GilledIt venue directory, July 2026. Confirm details with the venue or state agency before traveling.

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About Pataconk Reservoir

Pataconk Reservoir is a surveyed public lake in Chester, Connecticut, reaching 15ft at its deepest surveyed contour: shallow, weed-oriented water with 5 mapped depth bands from the official CT DEEP survey. Check local access points and Connecticut fishing regulations before traveling.

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Depth map for Pataconk Reservoir

Pataconk Reservoir has a surveyed depth map from official state lake survey data: 6 charted depth bands down to 15 ft, the deepest hole, and notes on fishing the depth profile. View the interactive depth map.

Pataconk Reservoir: frequently asked questions

Yes, Pataconk Reservoir is a fishing venue in Chester. Contact the venue directly to confirm rules and hours.

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) publishes seasons, bag limits, stocking schedules and special regulations for Connecticut public waters. Check its website before fishing at venues like Pataconk Reservoir. Private venues may set their own additional rules, so confirm with the operator too.

Yes, anglers fishing in Connecticut need a valid state fishing license, even on private waters like Pataconk Reservoir. Licenses are issued by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP); some states require a separate freshwater/saltwater stamp. Resident, non-resident, and short-term licenses are typically available online. Our Connecticut fishing license guide at /us/blog/connecticut-fishing-license-guide covers current prices, where to buy, and who is exempt.

Directory data as of July 2026.

Plan your visit to Pataconk Reservoir

Check the rules, grab your license, and go fishing. Confirm access and hours with the venue or state agency before traveling.

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