Fishing on the Rybinsk reservoir: map, tackle, news from the fish

The Rybinsk Reservoir is an artificial reservoir in the north of the Yaroslavl Region, which local residents dubbed the “Rybinsk Sea” because of its huge area. This is the most famous artificial reservoir in Russia. Fishermen from all over Russia come here every year, since a huge number of different types of fish live here. A detailed map of the Rybinskoye reservoir with recreation centers and reviews-reports on fishing by fishermen and vacationers:
Where is and how to find the Rybinskoye reservoir on the map of Russia

A short summary of the reservoir

The Rybinsk reservoir is located on the Volga River in the north of the Yaroslavl region, and also slightly covers the territory of the Vologda and Tver regions. The main part of the reservoir is located in the Mologo-Sheksninskaya lowland, which formed on the territory where a glacial lake was long ago.

The reservoir was dubbed the sea for a reason – its length reaches as much as 172 km, width – 54 km, and the length of the coastline exceeds 1700 km!

The first mention of plans for the construction of the reservoir dates back to 1923, it was assumed that the reservoir would facilitate navigation on the upper Volga. The construction plan was finally approved only in 1931.
Rybinka before flooding [/ caption] Filling the lowland with water gave a very important advantage: it was possible to regulate the flows of several nearby rivers at once. In 1935, large-scale preparations began, in which more than 100 thousand people were resettled.
At the bottom of the Rybinsky lake there are flooded towns and cemeteries [/ caption] Construction was completed in April 1941, and commissioning took place in the fall of the same year, in the midst of the Great Patriotic War. At that time, the Rybinsk hydroelectric power station produced a lot of electricity, so the water level dropped to critical levels. It was possible to completely fill the reservoir with water only in 1947.

The shoreline of the reservoir is predominantly low, the bottom is sandy or sandy-clayey.

Important! In bad weather, waves of up to 1-2 meters can rise on the reservoir, so when fishing from a boat, you need to be extremely careful.

Rybinsk reservoir is flooded – there are two cities under water: https://youtu.be/SzjBbC3BS-4

How to get to the fish

You can quickly and comfortably get to the reservoir by rail. From Sonkovo ​​station there is one train daily to Vesyegonsk station, which is located in the city of the same name. From here to the southern shore of the reservoir is only 1 km. There are daily trains to Sonkovo ​​station from St. Petersburg, Moscow and Rybinsk. Driving directions to Rybinka by car from Moscow: How to get to Rybinsk Sea from Moscow – traffic map [/ caption] Driving directions
from Yaroslavl:

What kind of fish is found here

This reservoir is very rich in various types of fish. Many anglers boast of the record weight of a perch, the average weight of which in the pond is 1-1.5 kg. There are known cases of capture of trophy
perch , over 2 kg. In large quantities in the reservoir are found: perch,
pike perch ,
pike ,
asp ,
sterlet ,
roach , vendace, blue bream , ide,
bleak ,
bream ,
crucian carp ,
carp . But the underwater world is not limited to these representatives – in total, there are about 40 species of fish!

Fishing restrictions

Uncontrolled fishing has led to a decline in the population of some species, so restrictions were introduced. In particular, from April 1 to June 15, it is prohibited to fish in the spawning grounds with any tackle. Fishing is allowed only outside the spawning grounds, provided that one float or
bottom rod is used , equipped with no more than 2 hooks. Fishing from a boat is also prohibited during this period – only from the shore.

Places worth visiting

The sections of the reservoir where the rivers flow (Sheksna, Ukhra, etc.) are very interesting in terms of the habitat of various fish species. Also, anglers are advised to visit:

• Central Island;
• Rokonovo neighborhood;
• Prozorovo;
• Mologa bed;
• Frosty.

West coast of Rybinka – check-in from Yaroslavl catching – 2021 season: https://youtu.be/H0h92TYUlrE

Rybinsk reservoir map with depths and fishing points

The maximum depth of the Rybinsk reservoir does not exceed 30 meters. Average 5-6 meters.
Map of the Rybinsk reservoir with depths, bottom type and fishing points [/ caption]

In search of fish

Pike

On some sites there is information that pikes under 20 kilograms are allegedly found here. In principle, this is possible – the depth, the large volume of the reservoir and the large food supply allow. But even pike of 10 kg, which is often written about in reports, is more than a decent result. In the spring it will not be possible to catch a predator because of the ban, but in the spring and
autumn you can count on a good catch. Summer is usually not very hot here, so the pike is active throughout all three months, with the exception of rare days with too high air temperatures.
Large fish are found at great depths, and this affects the tackle used – usually girders are used. You can take any fish as bait, the main thing is that it lives in this reservoir. Most often, pike is found at the deepest points near the islands. You can also catch a small pike in shallow water using a
spinning rod . Very well-behaved show
lures and
baits (spoons, spinner).
In September, the pike begins to pre-winter zhor, so sometimes you can find large specimens in shallow water. The baits are the same, but you can additionally use
mugs .
Map of the depths of the Rybinsk reservoir – for fishing for pike the most promising places are light blue and blue, for pike-perch light and dark blue, for perch, depending on the season – in the shallows in spring, in summer – on blue locations, closer to autumn it rolls down to the pike-perch camp [/ caption]

Pike perch on Rybinka

This fish is smaller than pike, but its catching is also no less interesting. On average,
pike perch in the Rybinsk reservoir reaches 6-7 kg. It bites well throughout the summer and autumn.
Small individuals can be active during the day, but the real “monsters” begin to be active after sunset. Therefore, it is important to determine suitable places for fishing even before dark – most often the pike perch is in the pits. There are not so many holes in the Rybinsk reservoir, but they can be detected using an echo sounder or “tapping” with a spinning rod. Pike perch is often found among snags. In the summer, he often goes out to feed on the spits, shallows. Catching a pike perch on the Rybinsk reservoir from the shore is a great success. It is easier to get to promising points by boat. Moreover, having found one fish, you can know for sure that there are his “brothers” nearby.

Important! Near to pike-perch their smaller “brothers” – bershs usually swim.

A spinning rod is selected strong, with a rigid action, the test is 10-30 grams. For fishing from a boat, a length of up to 3 meters is enough. The reel should be at least as strong as a rod with a large spool volume. The best baits:
silicone and mandula.
Mandula for catching pike perch and pike [/ caption]

Rybinsk crucian carp

Everything is standard here – in summer, crucian carp stand at a depth or in thickets of reeds, so for successful fishing you need to use a boat. The usual 4-meter rod and 0.1-0.12 mm line will be enough. But from the shore, you can only get to the deep sections of the reservoir with a longer tackle – at least 10 meters. The baits are standard:
worm ,
maggot ,
dough , semolina.
Closer to autumn, crucian carp go into shallow water and you can successfully catch them from the shore. Animal baits should now prevail. Catching a kilogram crucian carp in the Rybinsk Sea is a common thing.

Catching perch

The best places for catching perch in the Rybinsk Sea are small areas of the reservoir covered with underwater vegetation. There are not so many of them on this reservoir, but here you can count on a good catch at any time of the year. The classic method of fishing
with a spinning rod : since you mainly fish from a boat, therefore, a suitable rod – 2.4-2.8 meters, a line of 0.1-0.12 mm, is no longer needed. Of the baits, the most effective are
spoons, spinners and
jigs . In the fall, there is a chance to catch a minke with deep-sea
wobblers .
Perch and small pike stand near the banks [/ caption]

Fishing for bream on Rybinsk lake

Spawning in this fish ends closer to July, some fish remain in shallow water, others go closer to river beds, where they remain until the onset of cold weather. Since September, bream go to the center of the reservoir to the maximum depth, but some remain where the cold has overtaken them. In summer, you can successfully
catch bream on the feeder from the shore using a rod up to 7 meters long. The best baits at this time: steamed wheat, boiled potatoes,
peas , thick semolina. In the fall, you will have to delight the bream with worms,
bloodworms , and shell meat.
Large bream is a very possible trophy in spring [/ caption] In general, the rules of fishing in the Rybinsk reservoir differ little from other reservoirs. The behavior of the fish remains essentially the same, with the exception of a few details.

Fishing recreation centers – for those who go to the Rybinskoye reservoir for paid fishing

The list of the best databases is compiled on the basis of ratings and user reviews. Such places allow you to comfortably spend time alone, with family or with friends:

1. Koprino. Cost : from 3,950 rubles. A comfortable stay for people who are mainly interested in fishing. It is possible to rent a small house or a hotel room. Additionally, the base offers to relax after fishing, play tennis, swim on the beach, take a steam bath, visit the eco-park, practice horse riding or play billiards. Boat rental is also available here. This base is appreciated primarily for its accessibility – only 50 km from Rybinsk.
2. “Falcon” . Cost : from 4,000 rubles. This recreation center is located in the village of Prozorovo. Visitors have at their disposal not only small houses, but also comfortable gazebos and boats. There is a pine forest around the base where you can pick berries and even hunt, so this base is interesting not only for fishermen. There is also a kitchen where everyone can cook their catch.
3. Afanasy . Cost : from 4,000 rubles. This place is ideal not only for fishing, but also just a pleasant outdoor recreation. Located in Vesyegonsk, the base offers guests small double rooms in small houses. On the territory of the base there is a swimming pool, sauna and a whole complex for spa treatments.
4. Big Fish . Cost : from 1,000 rubles. On the territory there is a sauna, a sauna, a playground, a barbecue for cooking. Here you can rent a boat or fishing equipment.
5. Rybinsk Trophy . Cost : from 1,500 rubles. Guests have at their disposal comfortable rooms in hotels; there is a karaoke on the ground floor. The base offers excellent conditions for fishing – a tackle shop, equipment rental, boat rental, a smokehouse with the necessary set of cooking utensils. In addition, you can hire a guide who will show you the most catchy and interesting places on the reservoir and help you choose the tackle.

Fishing bases on the Rybinsk reservoir [/ caption] Where is the Rybinsk reservoir on the map of Russia:

Fishing savage

Fishing with a “savage” is a little more interesting and cheaper than rest at the base, but it has its own nuances. First, you need to take care of transport and equipment. Fishing from the shore is exciting, but fishing from a boat is more effective, so you need to get a floating craft. It is dangerous to go out to the reservoir without a navigator – fog often appears, in which one can lose orientation. Secondly, it is possible to fish as a savage only in spring, summer and autumn, but in winter there is nothing to do without a snowmobile and a whole arsenal of warm clothes. You definitely need a
tent , tools for cooking, a supply of water and food. The shoreline of the reservoir is very long and it will be unpleasant if the most necessary ends at the wrong time.
A tent for winter fishing is a necessary element for arranging everyday life, especially at night [/ caption]

Fishing reports on the Rybinsk reservoir – what is happening there now

Every year the reservoir is visited by a huge number of anglers who are not averse to sharing the results of fishing:

Valery fished on Central Island in February 2021, using rattlin as bait
. Initially, he wanted to fish for walleye, since the fishermen boasted that there are many bites in this location, but the bite faded very quickly. It was not possible to catch a pike perch, but on the way back he decided to try his luck at the Fish Stream – here they usually catch perches. The result was not long in coming – bite after bite supported the excitement, but most of them were idle. The remaining days he decided to catch perch purposefully and very successfully – on average, he caught predators from 200 grams.

Yuri went to the reservoir on February 6, 2021 in the area of ​​the Central Island. Near Morozikha we managed to catch a perch and several bersh about 300 grams. In the evening, he and his friends left the vents for the whole night, but they turned out to be empty the next day. In the afternoon of February 7, they moved closer to the reserve, it turned out that in this place the other day they were very good at taking perch, but its activity ended abruptly. The fishermen installed girders, the catch turned out to be interesting: only 2 pikes, but their weight more than compensated for the number. The weight of one exceeded 10 kg, and the other did not quite reach 8 kg.

Egor was resting at the Big Fish base in early October 2020. He purposefully went to catch pike and perch and made the right decision. The weather was windy, tangible waves rose on the surface of the water, because of the wind, it was not possible to catch snags, so he threw the bait onto the edge 15 meters deep. All the two days that Yegor spent there, the perch delighted us coolly. The pike also distinguished itself a little, but only a few fish were more than 1 kg.

Rybinsk Reservoir – fishing and recreation in 2021 on the basis of the Zapovedny Krai: https://youtu.be/Zsy9UwKT8Cg A trip to the Rybinsk Reservoir is a great way to spend time in nature and fish. Both peaceful and predatory fish are found on the reservoir, so fishing will be exciting. And the chance to search for a trophy attracts anglers not only from Russia.

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