🐟 What fish can you catch in North Hempstead?

Most commonly caught species around North Hempstead , NY : Largemouth bass - 34,060 reported catches Striped bass - 12,330 reported catches Bluegill - 8,325 reported catches Summer flounder - 6,899 reported catches Bluefish - 5,088 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest North Hempstead fishing reports?

The latest North Hempstead , NY fishing reports are: @matrixrunsdis reported a nice Common carp at The Lake . @Finn.wartell reported a nice Rainbow trout at Wooddale County Park . @dylankorf reported a nice Common carp . @Finn.wartell reported a nice Rainbow trout at Wooddale County Park . @Mastercheeze reported a nice Largemouth bass at Prospect Park Lake . .

Fishing in North Hempstead, NY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in North Hempstead, New York?

Anglers in North Hempstead , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Long Island Sound , Hudson River , Great South Bay , Jamaica Bay , Grant Pond .

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

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New York, United States

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Top fish species in North Hempstead

Latest North Hempstead fishing reports

Common carp

The Lake

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Rainbow trout

Wooddale County Park

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Common carp

31 in · 14 lb 6 oz

Rainbow trout

Wooddale County Park

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Largemouth bass

Prospect Park Lake

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Rainbow trout

Crystal Lake

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Largemouth bass

Nannahagen Park

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Largemouth bass

Nannahagen Park

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Largemouth bass

Nannahagen Park

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Largemouth bass

Nannahagen Park

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Fishing regulations in North 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 Largemouth bass as of April 1st, 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

40°47′28.3″N 73°40′7.7″W

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FAQ about North Hempstead fishing

Anglers in North Hempstead, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Long Island Sound, Hudson River, Great South Bay, Jamaica Bay, and Grant Pond.

Most commonly caught species around North Hempstead, NY:

Largemouth bass - 34,060 reported catches
Striped bass - 12,330 reported catches
Bluegill - 8,325 reported catches
Summer flounder - 6,899 reported catches
Bluefish - 5,088 reported catches

The latest North Hempstead, NY fishing reports are:

@matrixrunsdis reported a nice Common carp at The Lake.
@Finn.wartell reported a nice Rainbow trout at Wooddale County Park.
@dylankorf reported a nice Common carp.
@Finn.wartell reported a nice Rainbow trout at Wooddale County Park.
@Mastercheeze reported a nice Largemouth bass at Prospect Park Lake.

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