Winter fishing in the Moscow region
Winter fishing is much more difficult than in summer, but it is a great opportunity to improve your own fishing skills.
In the Moscow region there are a large number of rivers and lakes suitable for winter fishing. Beginners are recommended to use the services of sports clubs or fisheries , since their employees are always ready to give recommendations regarding the available prey and methods of catching it, and they also maintain the number of fish in reservoirs, which increases the chances of a bite.
In addition, in case of unforeseen circumstances, it is much better to be close to the infrastructure, where you can get help or rent the necessary equipment.
Rules for staying and fishing on the reservoir
When going fishing in Yusupovo, Domodedovo district, you need to remember that on the territory of this fishery there are certain rules that must be strictly observed by every fisherman who comes to this reservoir:
- the club administration reserves the right to refuse services to drunk fishermen or those persons who have previously been found to have violated the current rules;
- during winter fishing it is prohibited to use more than 5 gear per trip without additional payment;
- if a fisherman is found to have excess gear, he is obliged to pay a fine of 500 rubles;
- Fishing with a landing net is prohibited on the pond;
- Purging fish with artificial bait is prohibited;
- It is prohibited to play loud music on the club premises;
- Making fires outside the barbecue is strictly prohibited.
Fishing in Yusupovo
There is a 24-hour fishing club in Yusupovo. It offers paid winter fishing services and also sells live fish,
among which are:
- sturgeon,
- silver carp,
- som,
- nelma,
- tench,
- Amur,
- carp.
Prices
Prices at the “Fishing in Yusupovo” club change frequently; today you can choose one of the following tariffs:
- 3000 rubles for daily fishing from the moment of entry, catching and exporting any species of prey is allowed. The total weight of the catch should not exceed 25 kg, otherwise you will need to pay additionally for each kilogram at current rates depending on the breed of fish.
- 2000 rubles for a 12-hour fishing trip from the moment of entry. The total weight of the catch should not exceed 15 kg, otherwise an additional payment will be required, as in the previous case.
- Hourly payment at a rate of 200 rubles for each hour , it is mandatory to make 1000 rubles as an advance payment. All caught prey is paid separately in accordance with established prices.
The current prices for caught fish are as follows:
- Sturgeon – 900 rubles per kilogram.
- Nelma and whitefish – 700 rubles per kilogram.
- Trout – 600 rubles per kilogram.
- Pike, catfish and tench – 350 rubles per kilogram.
- Carp, carp, grass carp and silver carp – 250 rubles per kilogram.
Perch, roach and crucian carp can be caught unlimitedly; no additional fee is charged for these species.
It must be remembered that, regardless of the chosen tariff, you are allowed to take no more than three gear of any type with you.
Directions
The fishing club is located just a kilometer from the village of Yusupovo, from which it got its name.
The route is described in detail below:
- Get to the intersection of Kashirskoye Highway and the Moscow Small Ring, then continue driving towards the region.
- Move in a straight line , after 4 km there will be the village of Shebantsevo, near which you should turn right and continue moving towards the village of Sonino.
- You will need to drive 6.3 km along the main highway
- 0.5 km after the village of Shishkino you will see a sign for Yusupovo; near it you need to turn right.
- After some time, the “Pirate Lagoon” banner will be visible, located near the entrance to the recreation area. It is necessary to continue moving and after 0.5 km there will be a fishing club “Fishing in Yusupovo”.
Infrastructure and additional services
Fishing in Yusupovo allows us to offer guests of the fishing club decent related services. For a variety of leisure activities, for a fee, the club provides the following services:
- bathhouse rental;
- catamaran rental;
- rent of gazebos (price includes use of barbecue);
- rental of gear and auxiliary equipment;
- renting a clearing for placing a tent;
- boat rental.
The Pirate Lagoon recreation area, the epicenter of which is a sandy beach, deserves special attention. Here you can rent beach equipment (sun loungers, umbrellas, chairs), a large or small gazebo, and a table. The area is equipped with changing rooms and toilets.
It is possible to stay in a house with a veranda.
In summer there is a cafe. Address: Moscow region, Domodedovo district, Yusupovo village. Phone GPS coordinates : 55.258558, 37.758426 Tour price : from 200 to 2000 rubles.
Royal Fish
Royal Fish is a fishery that operates throughout the year, but it is during the winter season that the largest number of fishermen flock here.
Services and prices
Below is a list of tariffs offered by the Royal Fish farm and their current
price:
- A daily permit , which allows you to fish from 6:00 to 22:00 or from 20:00 to 6:00 at your choice, costs 2,000 rubles. There are no restrictions on the amount of prey, but each angler can take with him no more than three gear with a maximum of 9 hooks. For each additional gear you need to pay 300 rubles .
- A voucher that allows you to fish from 6:00 to 14:00 or from 14:00 to 22:00 at your choice costs 1,300 rubles . The total weight of the catch should not exceed 10 kg, restrictions on the number of gear and hooks are the same as in the previous case.
- A daily permit , which gives the right to fish for 24 minutes from the moment of entry into the territory of the farm, costs 3,000 rubles . There are no restrictions on the total weight of the catch, but the angler must have no more than 3 gear and 9 hooks.
Guests accompanying fishermen and who do not have gear can stay on the farm’s territory from 6:00 to 22:00; the cost of the trip for them is 500 rubles. Fishermen's wives and children under 12 years of age can stay on the farm and fish for free.
The current prices for caught fish are given below:
- Trout – 550 rubles per kilogram.
- Pike, grass carp and silver carp – 300 rubles per kilogram.
- Carp, tench and catfish – 250 rubles per kilogram.
It is possible to purchase three different subscriptions:
- Monthly subscription with a nominal value of 5,000 rubles : begins to operate immediately after purchase and allows you to come fishing any number of times during the month or until the money limit runs out; the entire catch will be deducted from the cost.
- Two-month subscription with a nominal value of 10,000 rubles : the conditions and rules of use are the same.
- Three-month subscription with a nominal value of 15,000 rubles : the conditions and rules of use are the same.
Any of the offered passes gives the opportunity to use the VIP area, but it cannot be transferred to other people, and the administration does not return unused money if it remains after the expiration date.
Pond fish
On the main reservoir, located on the territory of the Royal Fish farm, you can catch the following species:
- Sturgeon is the most valuable fish found in local waters. It can be recognized by its characteristic dirty-gray body color, short and blunt muzzle, light belly and lower lip broken in the middle. You need to look for sturgeon in the bottom layers; most often it is found in areas with moderate or fast currents, rich in oxygen. The average weight of fish that can be caught at Royal Fish ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 kg.
- Trout is a fish with an elongated and compressed body, which is covered with small scales; very common in local reservoirs. The weight of prey is usually 0.8-1.2 kg.
- Pike is the most famous and popular predatory species among fishermen, which even beginners will not confuse with any other fish. In the main body of water there are predators of different sizes, mostly their weight varies from 800 grams to 2 kg.
- The carp has a rather wide but flattened body, which is covered with large scales. In the main body of water there are individuals of yellowish or greenish color, their weight is usually 1.5-2.5 kg.
- Catfish live near the surface of the bottom; the main body of water is inhabited by fish of various sizes, so you can catch prey weighing up to 8 kg if you have suitable gear for this.
- The tench has a rather dense body; its distinctive feature is a small hump, as well as antennae located near the mouth opening. In the Royale Fish reservoir you can meet individuals from 300 grams, the maximum weight is 1 kg.
- Silver carp is a peaceful fish whose diet is based on algae and various microorganisms. When catching it, it is necessary to take into account increased timidity, since even a slight noise can frighten potential prey and stop biting for a long time. The average weight of silver carp in the main body of water is from 3 to 6 kg.
- White carp is a very valuable species of fish; mass migrations are observed in the main reservoir throughout the season. During winter fishing, you should look for prey at considerable depths and in wintering pits, from where it rarely emerges. The average weight is 1-1.5 kg.
Additional services
All visitors to the Royal Fish farm can take advantage of additional services; their list and prices are given below:
- Renting a carp rod costs 500 rubles , the required deposit is 2000 rubles. Loss of equipment or any parts thereof will be charged separately.
- Rental of classic float gear – 300 rubles , mandatory deposit of 1000 rubles. Loss of equipment or any parts thereof will be charged separately.
- Landing net rental – 100 rubles , mandatory deposit 1000 rubles.
- Rent a cage – 100 rubles , no deposit.
- Repair of broken gear – 100 rubles .
- Rent a table or barbecue – 500 rubles , no deposit.
- Rent of a chair, grill grate or set of 6 skewers – 200 rubles , no deposit.
- Buying a 5 liter bottle of drinking water costs 100 rubles .
- Purchase of 3 kg of coal – 300 rubles , special means for ignition in a container with a volume of 0.5 liters – 200 rubles.
- Cleaning services for caught fish – 100 rubles .
- Smoking services for caught fish – 150 rubles . This service is provided only if there are at least 4 fish.
At the moment, payment for any services is only possible in cash; accepting bank cards is temporarily suspended.
About the reservoir
The riverbed reservoir on the territory of the Royal Fish farm was formed naturally; its area is 6 hectares . The distance from the Moscow Ring Road is 15 km, if you move towards the region along the Mozhaisk Highway. There are many picturesque places on the shore, so you can come here not only for fishing, but also for family recreation in nature.
On the shore there are bridges, houses for fishermen and gazebos; An additional VIP zone has been organized, including a guarded parking lot and convenient access to the reservoir.
Rules
When staying on the territory of the Royal Fish farm, you must comply with the following rules:
- Winter fishing is permitted only from 8:00 to 17:00.
- Allowed gear is only float rods, donks and spinning rods ; the use of a cage or landing net is a prerequisite.
- Fishing from the platforms is possible only if there is free space; in other cases, fishing is carried out from the shore; This does not affect the cost of the subscription or tour.
- You can leave the farm territory only after weighing the catch ; this procedure is carried out near the security house. If you are at a great distance from it, you can contact the administration by phone and call an employee to the place.
- Fire is allowed only in barbecues.
- Swimming in the reservoir is prohibited , with the only exception being a special beach area.
- The use of personal watercraft within the beach area is permitted, but they should not be equipped with power units.
- Dogs on the property must be walked only on leashes and with muzzles on.
- It is not allowed to release caught fish into the reservoir . In case of violation of this rule or when trying to hide the catch, a fine is imposed, which is 10 times the value of the caught catch. Failure to pay it will result in administrative or criminal liability depending on the volume of the catch.
- Electric fishing rods , nets and any poaching gear are completely prohibited.
- If you catch trophy fish weighing more than 6 kg, you must immediately inform the administration; such fish are returned to their habitat or sold to the fisherman for a fee. Hook removal and other procedures are carried out only by farm staff using a special tool.
How can I get to?
The travel route by private vehicle is as follows:
- Drive along the Minsk highway towards the region, then turn onto the Mozhaiskoe highway towards the city of Odintsovo.
- Continue straight , pass the village of Yudino and exit onto Uspenskoye Highway, turning right.
- Drive through 2 traffic lights , then make a U-turn and go back 200 meters.
- Soon the sign “Fishing” will appear ; near it you need to turn right and drive along the shore of the reservoir to the security house.
Contacts
You can ask any questions you have in one of the following ways:
- Call on the phone and ask Nikolai.
- Contact through a group on the social network “VKontakte”: https://vk.com/royalfishing
- Use the feedback form on the official website: https://www.royalfishing.ru
Yurkovo
“Yurkovo” is another popular winter fishing facility located in the Moscow region. It has a number of features that positively distinguish it from other bases and clubs, including a wide range of vouchers that differ in the services offered and prices.
Advantages relative to other fishing bases in the Moscow region
Among the advantages that distinguish “Yurkovo” from most bases near Moscow are the following features of this farm:
- Developed infrastructure , which is improved annually.
- Availability of wells with artesian water.
- The population of Karelian trout is maintained , with which other prey cannot be compared in taste.
- The ability to choose the fishing depth , in different places it varies from 1.5 to 6 meters.
- The presence of 156 bridges , varying in size, so they can be accommodated either alone or by a whole group.
- Availability of gazebos , including large ones, which can be used for various events, competitions and holidays.
- More than 20 types of vouchers.
- Own fishing store , where a wide range of gear, baits and various accessories is presented.
- Bath-sauna.
- 5 types of buildings that can be used for living or overnight stay.
- A cafe that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Possibility of calling technical personnel who will deliver the necessary gear or help deal with a snag.
- Possibility of pre-booking any bridge.
- 24-hour security for motor transport.
- Possibility of organizing hunting in the nearest forest where wild boars live.
Reviews
Below are some reviews from anglers who have already visited the Yurkovo base and are now sharing their impressions:
- Svetlana: “The whole family came to Yurkovo for winter fishing, this is our first such trip, so there is nothing to compare with, but everyone was happy with the place. We spent three days here, not only managed to catch fish, but also visit the bathhouse, the cuisine in the cafe is simply magnificent. It’s a pity that the weekend ended so quickly and we had to return home, we’ll definitely come back here again!”
- Vladimir: “I’ve come to Yurkovo before, but in 2021 I liked it here the most: the conditions have become much better, the infrastructure is developing very well, there is a lot of fish. Many thanks to the base administration for the opportunity to have a good time!”
- Alexander: “I spent a week at the Yurkovo base, the bite was excellent - it’s immediately clear that the staff are stocking the reservoir with fish and monitoring the population size. Food was brought directly to the house, and once the staff even delivered bait to my fishing spot when it suddenly ran out. Great place, great service, I had an unforgettable week.”
Contacts
You can contact representatives of the Yurkovo base in one of the following ways:
- Call or +7(925)733-60-10 any day from 6:00 to 20:30.
- Send an email
Winter fishing: other paid ponds
Those wishing to fish in paid ponds during the winter season are advised to pay attention to a number of the following reservoirs:
- The reservoir of the Varvarino fishing farm is located in an ecologically clean area near Krasnaya Pakhra at 47 km of the Varshavskoe highway.
- A natural flowing reservoir belonging to the Polivanovo fishing farm is located at 41 km of the Simferopol highway.
- The reservoir, owned by the Zolotoy Sazan club and part of the Buzlanovo fishing farm, is located at 29 km of Novorizhskoe highway.
How can I get to
The paid reservoir of the Yusupovo club is located near the village of the same name, located in the Domodedovo district. To get to this pond you need to drive 4 km towards the region from the intersection of the Small Moscow Ring and Kashirskoe Highway. Having reached the village of Shibantsevo, you will need to turn towards the village of Sonino (there is a sign on the road). After about 7 km you will see a sign for the village of Yusupovo. Having driven 500 m towards the village, the angler will see a sign for the fishing club.