🐟 What fish can you catch in Catskill?

Most commonly caught species around Catskill , NY : Largemouth bass - 6,220 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 1,773 reported catches Bluegill - 960 reported catches Chain pickerel - 766 reported catches Channel catfish - 680 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Catskill fishing reports?

The latest Catskill , NY fishing reports are: @Nicky_Nightcrawlers reported a nice Chain pickerel at Esopus Creek . @Ardarehehehe reported a nice Bluegill at Fourth Lake . @Fishumms reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ferncliff Forest Pond . @Fishumms reported a nice Black crappie at Ferncliff Forest Pond . .

Fishing in Catskill, NY

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

Anglers in Catskill , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Hudson River , Esopus Creek , Hudson River , Schoharie Creek , Sleepy Hollow Lake .

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

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Top fish species in Catskill

Latest Catskill fishing reports

Chain pickerel

Esopus Creek

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Bluegill

Fourth Lake

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Largemouth bass

Ferncliff Forest Pond

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Black crappie

Ferncliff Forest Pond

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Hudson River

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Hudson River

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Channel catfish

Hudson River

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Largemouth bass

Ferncliff Forest Pond

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Black crappie

Ferncliff Forest Pond

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Hudson River

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Fishing regulations in Catskill

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 May 2nd, 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"

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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

42°12′22.7″N 73°56′36.6″W

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FAQ about Catskill fishing

Anglers in Catskill, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Hudson River, Esopus Creek, Hudson River, Schoharie Creek, and Sleepy Hollow Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Catskill, NY:

Largemouth bass - 6,220 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 1,773 reported catches
Bluegill - 960 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 766 reported catches
Channel catfish - 680 reported catches

The latest Catskill, NY fishing reports are:

@Nicky_Nightcrawlers reported a nice Chain pickerel at Esopus Creek.
@Ardarehehehe reported a nice Bluegill at Fourth Lake.
@Fishumms reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ferncliff Forest Pond.
@Fishumms reported a nice Black crappie at Ferncliff Forest Pond.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Catskill, 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: