Today fishing at the Rybinsk Reservoir is one of the most favorite activities of Russian fishermen. Professionals and amateurs come here from all over Russia to get a good catch and relax with their family. Reviews on thematic forums indicate that you can catch a variety of fish here, and for this you do not have to use expensive gear or bait. Read more about fishing in Rybinsk and all its features in our article.
Characteristics of the reservoir and features of rest
According to its characteristics, the Rybinsk Reservoir most resembles a shallow lake, the average depth of which is at the level of 5.6 meters, and the maximum is 30 meters. The reservoir has an artificial origin and a good forage base for most freshwater inhabitants. Also on the territory of the Rybinsk Reservoir you can find many recreation centers that offer their visitors to use all the necessary services: from gear rental to overnight. Most customers note that the service is not out of the ordinary, and the rooms are unlikely to be luxurious, however this is enough to relax after a tiring day. In addition, the price-performance ratio here remains stably good. Also, one cannot fail to note the picturesque beauty and purity of the local nature, which attracts lovers of not only fishing, but also outdoor activities.
Varieties of freshwater inhabitants
In the Rybinsk Reservoir there is a wide variety of fish, fishing which is completely free. It is convenient to do this both from the shore and from the boat. Typically, the catch of an ordinary fisherman includes:
- zander;
- roach;
- burbot;
- perch;
- Pike
- bream.
However, carp, carp, crucian carp and even grass carp are often found. Of course, in order to catch the rarest fish, you need not only to use the right bait, but also to know its habitat. We’ll talk about the most fishy places in the next section.
The most common fishing spots
Most recreation centers are concentrated in the southern part of the Rybinsk reservoir, not far from some large city or village. This allows you to have regular customers from local residents, and not just tourists who come here a couple of times a year. Most common fishing spots are located nearby the following locations:
- Village Antier;
- Breitovo village;
- Gorelovo village;
- Baranovo village.
If this is your first visit to the Rybinsk Reservoir, do not hesitate to ask local residents for advice on where to go fishing. As a rule, it is the locals who know all the secrets of their reservoir and willingly share them with tourists in order to leave a good impression about themselves.
How to find a good place for fishing?
Have you decided to try fishing with the savage at the Rybinsk Reservoir? To do this, you have to find the bite place yourself. To do this, you need to know the behavioral characteristics of some freshwater inhabitants. For example, carps prefer to settle near water thickets, so it will be quite logical to look for bones near the reeds. But perch is a flock of fish, near which gulls are constantly circling, so you can find a good place by flocks of noisy birds.
It is also necessary to take into account the topography of the bottom of the reservoir, since most large individuals prefer to settle in depth. Of course, the boat allows you to quickly and conveniently get to the depths and catch large fish afloat, but what if you do not have a watercraft? Then you will be helped by spinning and a map of the bottom of the reservoir, which can be purchased at almost any fishing base. We look for a place deeper and throw gear there - simply and efficiently.
Warm summer
Fishing in the Rybinsk reservoir in the summer is quite a popular activity among local residents. Most visiting fishermen prefer to gather in the pond in the fall or winter. But in vain! After all, it is in the summer period that you can catch very large representatives of carps, perches, and if you're lucky, you can catch a big pike. The worm, corn and maggot are best suited as bait for this time of year. Of the gears, you can use both regular float gear and spinning.
Judging by the reviews of fishermen, in a few hours of such fishing, you can catch from 5 to 30 kilograms of fish, and individuals whose mass exceeds 1 kilogram are far from rare. In general, if you want to enjoy your vacation, then fishing in the summer at the Rybinsk Reservoir will come in handy. The almost complete absence of tourists and a good nibble - what else is needed for fishing happiness?
Autumn fishing
The opening season in autumn fishing in Rybinsk begins in mid-September and lasts until the first ice appears on the pond (usually at the end of November). For most anglers, this time of year is of interest due to the large accumulation of pike perch and bream near the coast. Also in the fall you can catch quite large individuals of pikes, because it is at this time of the year that the fish begins to gain weight for wintering.
From the list of gears, it is best to give preference to float gear or docks with fishing line thickness of at least 0.4 millimeters. For bait, an ordinary earthworm or any simulating bait is very suitable. The most fishing spots are located in the vicinity of Vesyegonsk and near the village of Breytovo.
With the onset of spring
Spring fishing in Rybinsk takes place according to certain rules, because at this time of the year it is forbidden to catch most of the species of freshwater inhabitants that go to spawn. However, you can continue to catch roach, pikeperch and pike without hindrance using float gear or spinning.
Spring fishing begins when the first ice leaves the reservoir. At this time of the year you need to be extremely careful, because near the coast the ice may seem strong enough, and at a distance of ten meters from the coast it does not exceed a couple of centimeters in thickness. Therefore, do not risk your health and drill holes further than 10 meters from land.
On May days you can catch quite large individuals of perch, because after spawning it begins to actively store fat. Bersh is also quite good at boiling corn, but there are incredibly few places with this rare kind of fish. To catch a bersh, it is necessary to find a fairly deep place and swim on a boat, but in order to have enough algae at the bottom.
Winter fishing
Perhaps the most popular time of the year for fishing in Rybinsk is winter. It is during the winter season that most ice-fishing enthusiasts come here to catch large individuals of roach and pike. Sometimes there are so many tourists that it takes half an hour to look for a place where you can drill a hole and start slowly fishing. To do this, it is best to use bottom gear and bloodworm larvae. However, in winter, underwater inhabitants actively peck on almost any bait.
Judging by the reviews of most anglers, the most successful place for drilling holes is the coastal area. Firstly, there are really a lot of fish in this area, since it prefers to eat algae. Secondly, ice at a depth exceeding a thickness of 60 centimeters, so it will be extremely difficult to drill it. And with the help of modern instruments, you can not only explore the depths, but also the presence of underwater inhabitants in one place or another. By the way, you can rent such a device at almost any fishing base.
Some fishermen leave fishing reports on thematic forums at the Rybinsk Reservoir. Bases, rental of gear and swimming equipment, good nibble, pleasant atmosphere - this is what fishermen say in their laudations. It is worth noting that such statements are not exaggerated. This pond has always been famous for a large number and variety of freshwater inhabitants, and the service of local fishing bases - for its unobtrusiveness and reasonable prices. That is why fishing and recreation in Rybinsk are famous for such popularity.