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Fishing in Hempstead, NY

New York, United States

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Black crappie

Herricks Pond

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Largemouth bass

Prospect Park Lake

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Largemouth bass

Prospect Park Lake

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Prospect Park Lake

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Largemouth bass

Hempstead Lake

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Largemouth bass

Prospect Park Lake

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Largemouth bass

Prospect Park Lake

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Largemouth bass

Prospect Park Lake

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Prospect Park Lake

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Prospect Park Lake

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About Hempstead fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Hempstead, New York. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 21,082 catches for Largemouth bass, 11,736 catches for Striped bass, and 6,135 catches for Summer flounder.

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Fishing regulations in Hempstead

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 species as of May 4, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Hempstead fishing

Anglers in Hempstead, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Town of Hempstead Coast, Massapequa Reservoir, Grant Pond, Kissena Lake, and Hempstead Lake.
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