Come break the winter blues with Jim Neville Outdoors and get ready for a fun day of ice fishing in Orono, Maine! Your guide for the day, Jim Neville, is an avid ice fisherman with a knack for locating the most elusive species under the frozen lake.
"Jim is a very knowledgeable guide that made the experience a lot of fun!" — Paul,
- Trips from:US $275
Jim Neville Outdoors - Bass Fishing
Old Town: 11 min drive from OronoGet ready to explore one of the premier Smallmouth fisheries of the East Coast with Jim Neville Outdoors! Your guide for the day is a dedicated angler who never stops fishing.
"Captain jim got us on fish right away. From moment we met at dock, all around great for me and my son." — Joshua,Trips from:US $275Marsh River Outfitters
Belfast: 1 hr 3 min drive from OronoSpend the day with Marsh River Outfitters getting to know the waters along Maines senic coast fishing from Casco Bay up to Belfast and Blue Hill depending on the time of the season! Professional master Maine guide captain Andrew Gibbs or one of our
"We had an absolutely great time with Marsh River Outfitters!" — Allison,Trips from:US $550- Angler's Choice
Acadia Luxury Outfitters
Mount Desert: 1 hr 14 min drive from OronoMake an adventure out of your next trip to Mount Desert Island and go fishing with Acadia Luxury Outfitters. Your guide for the day is Justin, allowing you to benefit from his knowledge and experience.
"We had an awesome day on the water with Justin! He was a fantastic guide who worked hard all day to keep us on fish and made sure my son had a great experience." — Charlie,Trips from:US $300 Wild Ferns Guide Service
Howland: 27 min drive from OronoThere's a fish with your name on it in Howland and Wild Ferns Guide Service will help you catch it! Zach will be your guide, bringing aboard his local experience.
"We had a great day on the water with Captian Zach! We were fishing for salmon." — James,Trips from:US $350Maine Wilderness Fishing Bangor
Bangor: 14 min drive from OronoMaine Wilderness Fishing invites you to experience the stunning waters of Bangor. With Captain Joseph at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.
"Great fishing trip! The weather was perfect, and my husband and two teenage boys had a blast." — Tabitha,Trips from:US $400Northern Approach – Guided Ice Fishing
Orland: 46 min drive from OronoMake some memories in Orland and go fishing with Northern Approach Guide Service.
Trips from:US $300Maine Wilderness Fishing Bar Harbor
Ellsworth: 45 min drive from OronoFreshwater Fishing Adventure – Bar Harbor Region.
"Joe is a very knowledgeable guide with the best electronics, boat and gear one could wish for." — Russell,Trips from:US $400Northern Approach Guide Service
Orland: 46 min drive from OronoSpend the day with Northern Approach Guide Service and see what's biting in Orland! With Maine Guide Elias Allen, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide chasing fish! Top targets include Salmon, Lake trout, Brook Trout Largemouth Bass
"If you like nice, patient, knowledgeable dudes who lead you right to the fish…Well, Elias might be your guy." — Nick,Trips from:US $350
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Fishing in Orono
Orono, Maine, nestled in the heart of the Penobscot Region, offers a rich tapestry of freshwater angling experiences. This destination is renowned for its diverse fisheries, ranging from ice-cold brook trout and landlocked salmon in pristine lakes to spirited smallmouth bass in the storied Penobscot River system. Winter brings the cherished Maine tradition of ice fishing, where anglers gather in cozy shelters on frozen lakes like Pushaw Lake, chasing flags amid quiet serenity.
During open-water seasons, Orono's waters come alive with opportunities for trolling lake trout (togue) or casting for trophy smallmouth bass. The region's 2,600+ lakes and ponds provide habitat for wild and stocked species, including pickerel, white perch, and Arctic charr. Guided trips here often feature Hyde drift boat floats down the Penobscot or exploration of hidden ponds teeming with native brook trout.
Professional Orono fishing charters leverage deep local knowledge to tailor adventures—whether for families seeking introductory fun or seasoned anglers targeting elusive trophies. The backdrop of Maine's unspoiled wilderness, from Schoodic Lake's depths to secluded forest streams, ensures every outing is as visually stunning as it is rewarding.









