🐟 What fish can you catch in Dryden?

Most commonly caught species around Dryden , NY : Largemouth bass - 3,742 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 2,267 reported catches Yellow perch - 796 reported catches Rock bass - 681 reported catches Brown trout - 653 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Dryden fishing reports?

The latest Dryden , NY fishing reports are: @joshuaedwards4567 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Cayuga Lake . @robertcarnahan reported a nice Brook trout . @robertcarnahan reported a nice Hornyhead chub . @robertcarnahan reported a nice Brook trout . @robertcarnahan reported a nice Brook trout at Shackham Brook . .

Fishing in Dryden, NY

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

Anglers in Dryden , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Cayuga Lake , Fall Creek , Dryden Lake , Salmon Creek , Tioughnioga River .

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

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New York, United States

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Top fish species in Dryden

Latest Dryden fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Cayuga Lake

length · weight

Brook trout

12 in · 1 lb

Hornyhead chub

length · weight

Brook trout

length · weight

Brook trout

Shackham Brook

length · weight

Walleye

length · weight

Brook trout

length · weight

Steelhead

length · weight

Steelhead

length · weight

Rainbow trout

Catharine Creek

20 in · 2 lb 4 oz

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Fishing regulations in Dryden

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 April 22nd, 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

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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°28′43″N 76°21′22.7″W

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FAQ about Dryden fishing

Anglers in Dryden, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Cayuga Lake, Fall Creek, Dryden Lake, Salmon Creek, and Tioughnioga River.

Most commonly caught species around Dryden, NY:

Largemouth bass - 3,742 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 2,267 reported catches
Yellow perch - 796 reported catches
Rock bass - 681 reported catches
Brown trout - 653 reported catches

The latest Dryden, NY fishing reports are:

@joshuaedwards4567 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Cayuga Lake.
@robertcarnahan reported a nice Brook trout.
@robertcarnahan reported a nice Hornyhead chub.
@robertcarnahan reported a nice Brook trout.
@robertcarnahan reported a nice Brook trout at Shackham Brook.

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