Knox County · stream · order 3 river · ~4 cfs typical
Back River
Back River is a stream in Knox County, Maine. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Maine's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Fresh Pond2.1 mi
- Forest Pond2.2 mi
- Meduncook River3.0 mi
- Saint George River2.9 mistocked Jun 2, 2026
- Crystal Pond2.5 mi
- Goose River Pond4.1 mi
- Howard Pond3.8 mi
- Medomak River3.8 mistocked Jun 2, 2026
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official ME regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Back River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Back River?+
Yes — Maine requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Back River?+
Back River is a stream in Knox County, Maine. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.