🐟 What fish can you catch in Olean?

Most commonly caught species around Olean , NY : Largemouth bass - 2,224 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 991 reported catches Brown trout - 875 reported catches Rainbow trout - 724 reported catches Bluegill - 484 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Olean fishing reports?

The latest Olean , NY fishing reports are: @haileymarie05 reported a nice Yellow perch at Case Lake . @FreeziPoP reported a nice Rainbow trout at Case Lake . @FreeziPoP reported a nice Yellow perch at Case Lake . @Piranhagator reported a nice Brook trout at West Branch Tunungwant Creek . @KaylaS96 reported a nice Bluegill . .

Fishing in Olean, NY

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

Anglers in Olean , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Allegheny River , Cuba Lake , Olean Creek , Birch Run Ponds Wildlife Management Area , Great Valley Creek .

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

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New York, United States

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Top fish species in Olean

Latest Olean fishing reports

Yellow perch

Case Lake

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Rainbow trout

Case Lake

length · weight

Yellow perch

Case Lake

length · weight

Brook trout

West Branch Tunungwant Creek

length · weight

Bluegill

length · weight

Brook trout

19 in · 4 lb 2 oz

Walleye

Cuba Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Red House Lake

15 in · 2 lb

Emerald shiner

Case Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Unnamed water

21 in · 5 lb 3 oz

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Fishing regulations in Olean

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 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"

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°04′54.8″N 78°25′55.6″W

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FAQ about Olean fishing

Anglers in Olean, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Allegheny River, Cuba Lake, Olean Creek, Birch Run Ponds Wildlife Management Area, and Great Valley Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Olean, NY:

Largemouth bass - 2,224 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 991 reported catches
Brown trout - 875 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 724 reported catches
Bluegill - 484 reported catches

The latest Olean, NY fishing reports are:

@haileymarie05 reported a nice Yellow perch at Case Lake.
@FreeziPoP reported a nice Rainbow trout at Case Lake.
@FreeziPoP reported a nice Yellow perch at Case Lake.
@Piranhagator reported a nice Brook trout at West Branch Tunungwant Creek.
@KaylaS96 reported a nice Bluegill.

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