Topic: candlewood

[eleitz]

I've been talking with a friend about a memorial day weekend trip to fish candlewood.  I've never been there but have heard great things about the lake.  Could anyone give me an idea of what to expect.  I know it would probably be crazy on a holiday weekend, but it all depends on the weather.  I've also noticed there are no campgrounds on the lake, any advice on a place to stay?

[50 feet]

The lake is so good it is listed as number 7 in BASSMASTER magazine this month!  Plenty of hotels that are very reasonable as well! 

[Curt - NC]

Ed, I've personally never been to Candlewood, but I know a lot of guys who absolutely love it! As for places to stay, hopefully someone will drop in here soon who has an answer for you.

[Eric-Maine]

Rocky River Motel in New Milford 20 minutes or so from the Squantz launch. Safe boat friendly run by hard working accomodating people. I would stay there with my wife, something I wouldn't say about a lot of places we stay when fishing. They have a web site......google it.u

[eleitz]

Thanks for the recommendations, I'll definitely check it out.

[Curt - NC]

Here you go, Ed: http://www.therockyriverinn.com/

Thanks for the info Eric!

[Eric-Maine]

You should make an effort to check Candy out, Curt. One of the most interesting places I have fished. Towns under water. The place is made for side scan. An amazing fishery given the pressure that it gets.

[Curt - NC]

You're right, Eric. I really should take the time to get there sometime.

Maybe I will be able to do that sooner rather than later.