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pikePERSUADER1 · Joined: 07 Dec 2010 Posts: 521

Never fished rainbow res. think it will be good for smallies right now, im fishing from a yak?

SAP284 · Joined: 07 Jun 2011 Posts: 655 Location: Central, CT

Hi,

I have fished there several times and it can be a good place for SMB. I personally think its a good spot for yellow perch too. Just keep in mind that on the DEP Fishing Report this week there was the following advisory..

"RAINBOW RESERVOIR is currently in the process of refilling and is expected to be at typical operating levels for the weekend. Boaters are advised that there is significant floating debris."

I know there have been times where it was drained and fishing has suffered. If you arent too far its worth a shot to check out for sure.

-Steve

pikePERSUADER1 · Joined: 07 Dec 2010 Posts: 521

yeah, thanks, i was wondering if that was going to happen, i guess its worth checking out if it will be filled up again

steven1smith · Joined: 05 Apr 2010 Posts: 206 Location: South Windsor

SAP284 · Joined: 07 Jun 2011 Posts: 655 Location: Central, CT

I actually have never been there with the drawn down. I have just read on multiple posts on here from others that it has.

http://www.ctfishtalk.com/rainbow-reservoir-t3397.html#.TnYe83NuHAg

I would assume its good since there is less water and more fish, I just read that it hasnt recovered so well after they drained it down to make repairs a couple years ago.