🐟 What fish can you catch in Johnstown?

Most commonly caught species around Johnstown , NY : Largemouth bass - 6,396 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 4,247 reported catches Walleye - 1,077 reported catches Bluegill - 777 reported catches Northern pike - 768 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Johnstown fishing reports?

The latest Johnstown , NY fishing reports are: @Kcollins12 reported a nice Northern pike at Collins Lake . @Rowe1957 reported a nice Yellow perch at Erie Canal (Indian Castle) . @SenkoElite reported a nice Largemouth bass at Round Lake . @SenkoElite reported a nice Largemouth bass at Round Lake . @MikeQuackenbush reported a nice Brown trout at Kayaderosserass Creek . .

Fishing in Johnstown, NY

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

Anglers in Johnstown , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Mohawk River , Great Sacandaga Lake , Mayfield Lake , Mariaville Lake , Schoharie Creek .

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

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New York, United States

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Top fish species in Johnstown

Latest Johnstown fishing reports

Northern pike

Collins Lake

length · weight

Yellow perch

Erie Canal (Indian Castle)

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Round Lake

22 in · 5 lb

Largemouth bass

Round Lake

14 in · 1 lb 6 oz

Brown trout

Kayaderosserass Creek

length · weight

Brown trout

Kayaderosserass Creek

length · weight

Brown trout

Kayaderosserass Creek

length · weight

Bluegill

Cobleskill Reservoir

length · weight

Rainbow trout

Kayaderosserass Creek

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Round Lake

15 in · 2 lb

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Fishing regulations in Johnstown

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 16th, 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

43°00′26.3″N 74°22′31.8″W

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FAQ about Johnstown fishing

Anglers in Johnstown, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Mohawk River, Great Sacandaga Lake, Mayfield Lake, Mariaville Lake, and Schoharie Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Johnstown, NY:

Largemouth bass - 6,396 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 4,247 reported catches
Walleye - 1,077 reported catches
Bluegill - 777 reported catches
Northern pike - 768 reported catches

The latest Johnstown, NY fishing reports are:

@Kcollins12 reported a nice Northern pike at Collins Lake.
@Rowe1957 reported a nice Yellow perch at Erie Canal (Indian Castle).
@SenkoElite reported a nice Largemouth bass at Round Lake.
@SenkoElite reported a nice Largemouth bass at Round Lake.
@MikeQuackenbush reported a nice Brown trout at Kayaderosserass Creek.

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