🐟 What fish can you catch in Olean?

Most commonly caught species around Olean , NY : Largemouth bass - 2,240 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 991 reported catches Brown trout - 883 reported catches Rainbow trout - 738 reported catches Bluegill - 488 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Olean fishing reports?

The latest Olean , NY fishing reports are: @KaylaS96 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Alma Pond . @KaylaS96 reported a nice Bluegill at Alma Pond . @KaylaS96 reported a nice Yellow perch at Alma Pond . @KaylaS96 reported a nice Bluegill at Alma Pond . @aidsblasdell reported a nice Rock bass at Harwood Lake . .

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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Top fish species in Olean

Latest Olean fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Alma Pond

length · weight

Bluegill

Alma Pond

length · weight

Yellow perch

Alma Pond

length · weight

Bluegill

Alma Pond

length · weight

Rock bass

Harwood Lake

length · weight

Common carp

length · weight

Brown bullhead

length · weight

Walleye

Allegheny Reservoir

14 in · 1 lb

Yellow perch

Allegheny Reservoir

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Great Valley Creek

length · weight

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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 21st, 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

Aggregate

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 - 2,240 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 991 reported catches
Brown trout - 883 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 738 reported catches
Bluegill - 488 reported catches

The latest Olean, NY fishing reports are:

@KaylaS96 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Alma Pond.
@KaylaS96 reported a nice Bluegill at Alma Pond.
@KaylaS96 reported a nice Yellow perch at Alma Pond.
@KaylaS96 reported a nice Bluegill at Alma Pond.
@aidsblasdell reported a nice Rock bass at Harwood Lake.

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: