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Fishermen of Saratov and the region have a large selection of water bodies where you can indulge in your favorite hobby. You can often meet guests from neighboring regions, they come here for trophies of predators and peaceful fish. Fishing in Saratov will please everyone, an experienced angler will be able to fully demonstrate his skill, and a beginner will learn a lot.
What kind of fish can be caught in Saratov
The Volga is considered the main reservoir of the region, a large number of small and medium-sized rivers adjoin it, and there are about 200 ponds and lakes. All this makes it possible for many species of fish, both peaceful and predatory, to grow and multiply.
It is worth judging the ichthyofauna by what fishermen catch on the hook most often. In the reservoirs of the Saratov region they catch carp, carp, silver carp, grass carp, crucian carp, pike, catfish, pike perch, tench, perch, burbot, chub, asp, roach. All year round they make bream fishing, it is for him that they come here from other regions.
The rivers also have a rich ichthyofauna; during spawning along the Volga, sturgeon, beluga, sterlet, and salmon rise from the Caspian. Small baubles catch ide well, which is abundant in local rivers.
There are many paid bases in the region, where many types of fish are artificially bred. But besides fishing, there is something to do here, so often anglers go on vacation with their families.
Most payers offer to catch trophy catfish, pike, zander, tench, carp. Carp will also be a worthy option even for an experienced angler.
Where to fish for free
On the territory of the Saratov region there are almost 200 ponds, more than 350 small rivers and 25 larger ones flow, in addition, the region has two reservoirs. The presence of so many reservoirs encourages fish to live and breed in them. That is why you can fish here completely free of charge, and almost everyone will have at least one trophy in the cage.
River
You can fish in Saratov on all rivers for free. There are no special rules, but some have a spawning ban, which allows you to maintain populations of different species of fish.
Most often, on the banks of the Volga, Ilovlya, Big and Small Irgiz, Yeruslan, Khoper, Medveditsa, Alay, Kurdyum, Tereshka, you can meet fans of fishing on the feeder and spinningists. The trophies of fishermen with feeders are mainly bream, but you can also get catfish here if you have the right gear.
Many predatory species are caught by spinning with spinners and wobblers, but pike and zander are caught most often. Many rivers are best fished from boats, but the coastline is also quite suitable for fishing.
Lakes
There are also plenty of closed reservoirs for free fishing in the region. Often fishing is carried out from boats on larger lakes, on smaller reservoirs and from the shore you can throw tackle to the right place.
The most common fishing is feeder, spinning and float fishing, and each type will be good in its own way. The results of fishing will be excellent even for beginners, you need to know where and what bait to catch, and also take into account the individual characteristics of each reservoir.
The most popular are the Volgograd and Saratov reservoirs. Both the more experienced fisherman and the novice in this business will like it here. There are enough fish here, both peaceful and predatory, and you can catch it in different ways.
Paid hostels
The Saratov region is famous for a large number of paid camp sites, and not only fishing enthusiasts, but also people with other hobbies can relax there.
On the territory of most paysites there are gazebos and barbecues; in addition, you can rent a boat to take a walk along the pond. Kids will be able to frolic in plenty on specially equipped playgrounds, and parents can relax in the shade of trees or take sunbaths.
The best “payers”
There are plenty of reservoirs with paid fishing in the region, the most popular are:
- Gagarinsky Pond, which is located near Engels, for a moderate fee, each angler can take five kilos of any fish, it is interesting that women and children do not need to pay for fishing.
- In the Paninsky district they go to Aleksandrovka, here the result of fishing will be carp and crucian carp of a decent size. People come here not only for fish, there are many gazebos and barbecues on the territory, there is a playground, the beauty of nature will help you relax and forget all the hardships.
- The Bakaldy reservoir is known to fishermen and not only, fishing here is paid for 12 hours, but there are no restrictions on the catch. Rest here will appeal to everyone, gazebos, barbecues, well-groomed territory, spring water will contribute to relaxation for everyone. Catfish, silver carp, grass carp, carp, crucian carp, carp find themselves in the fishermen’s cage.
- Near Engels there is a Vzletny Pond, here the payment for fishing is carried out by the hour, it is possible to stay overnight. But there are some restrictions, one fisherman can use no more than three gear, you can’t swim in the reservoir categorically, and the silence on the shore must be strictly observed.
- In the village of Slavyanka there is a quiet and peaceful place for fishing and family vacations, its name is Chernomorets. For lovers of fishing, carp, crucian carp, grass carp, tench will become trophies. Stocking is carried out here every spring, so the fish population is growing steadily despite the regular catch by vacationers.
Local fishermen recommend visiting the Verkhny, Ilyinovsky, Vasilchevsky ponds and the BAM reservoir.
Prices
Each base has its own prices, but they will differ little. Most often, paid fishing is subject to average prices for the whole country. They take no more than 500 rubles per day, the fee is up to 50 rubles per hour, but for 12 hours of fishing they may require about 300 rubles per person.
Fishing in Saratov is interesting and exciting, and you can have a great rest both on a paysite and as a savage in a tent on the banks of the Volga. The main thing is to have a positive attitude and properly collect gear to catch local trophies.