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Fishing in Paul Smiths, NY

New York, United States

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Top fish species in Paul Smiths

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Northern pike
Northern pike
Brown trout
Brown trout
Yellow perch
Yellow perch

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Largemouth bass

Lake Clear Outlet

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White crappie

Lake Clear Outlet

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Bluegill

Lake Clear Outlet

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White sucker

23 in · 6 lb

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White sucker

22 in · 4 lb 3 oz

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White sucker

20 in · 3 lb 2 oz

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Brown trout

West Branch Ausable River

10 in · 1 lb

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Brown trout

West Branch Ausable River

8 in · 3 oz

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Brown trout

West Branch Ausable River

10 in · 6 oz

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Brown trout

West Branch Ausable River

7 in · 2 oz

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About Paul Smiths fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Paul Smiths, New York. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 1,172 catches for Largemouth bass, 987 catches for Smallmouth bass, and 587 catches for Northern pike.

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Fishing regulations in Paul Smiths

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.

Largemouth bass

Seasons

Closed

Bag limit

5

Min size

12"

Measurement

Total Length

Aggregate

5

From Dec 1-June 14, catch and release using only artificial lures is permitted. See here for site specific regulations

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

44°26′2.8″N 74°15′11.9″W
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FAQ about Paul Smiths fishing

Anglers in Paul Smiths, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Saranac River, Lake Flower, Lower Saranac Lake, Lower Saint Regis Lake, and Santa Clara Flow.
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