🐟 What fish can you catch in Manhattan?

Most commonly caught species around Manhattan , NY : Largemouth bass - 54,138 reported catches Striped bass - 12,315 reported catches Bluegill - 11,785 reported catches Summer flounder - 6,143 reported catches Black crappie - 5,595 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Manhattan fishing reports?

The latest Manhattan , NY fishing reports are: @maxtroyan reported a nice Brown bullhead at Edgemont Memorial Park . @C-bass35 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Mud Hole (Memorial Park) . @C-bass35 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Mud Hole (Memorial Park) . @andrewcoen reported a nice Bluegill at Echo Lake . @C-bass35 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Mud Hole (Memorial Park) . .

Fishing in Manhattan, NY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Manhattan, New York?

Anglers in Manhattan , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Long Island Sound , Hudson River , Prospect Park Lake , Great South Bay , Passaic River .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Manhattan?

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New York, United States

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Top fish species in Manhattan

Latest Manhattan fishing reports

Brown bullhead

Edgemont Memorial Park

15 in · 2 lb

Largemouth bass

Mud Hole (Memorial Park)

12 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

Mud Hole (Memorial Park)

12 in · 1 lb

Bluegill

Echo Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Mud Hole (Memorial Park)

12 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

Mud Hole (Memorial Park)

12 in · 1 lb

Chain pickerel

Passaic River

length · weight

Chain pickerel

Passaic River

length · weight

Chain pickerel

Passaic River

10 in · 5 oz

Largemouth bass

Cedar Brook Lake

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Manhattan

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in New York can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of March 31st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Closed

Bag limit

Min size

12"

Measurement

Total Length

Aggregate

From Dec 1-June 14, catch and release using only artificial lures is permitted. See here for site specific regulations

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

40°47′0.2″N 73°57′58.3″W

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FAQ about Manhattan fishing

Anglers in Manhattan, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Long Island Sound, Hudson River, Prospect Park Lake, Great South Bay, and Passaic River.

Most commonly caught species around Manhattan, NY:

Largemouth bass - 54,138 reported catches
Striped bass - 12,315 reported catches
Bluegill - 11,785 reported catches
Summer flounder - 6,143 reported catches
Black crappie - 5,595 reported catches

The latest Manhattan, NY fishing reports are:

@maxtroyan reported a nice Brown bullhead at Edgemont Memorial Park.
@C-bass35 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Mud Hole (Memorial Park).
@C-bass35 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Mud Hole (Memorial Park).
@andrewcoen reported a nice Bluegill at Echo Lake.
@C-bass35 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Mud Hole (Memorial Park).

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Manhattan, NY. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: