🐟 What fish can you catch in Putnam Lake?

Most commonly caught species around Putnam Lake , NY : Largemouth bass - 33,752 reported catches Bluegill - 5,826 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 4,485 reported catches Striped bass - 3,763 reported catches Rainbow trout - 2,639 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Putnam Lake fishing reports?

The latest Putnam Lake , NY fishing reports are: @davidcole2514 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Waubeeka . @markc9494 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Byram Lake Reservoir . @markc9494 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Byram Lake Reservoir . @Jackson.88B reported a nice Smallmouth bass . @MaxMainelli17 reported a nice Yellow perch . .

Fishing in Putnam Lake, NY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Putnam Lake, New York?

Anglers in Putnam Lake , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Candlewood , Housatonic River , Lake Lillinonah , Lake Mahopac , Muscoot Reservoir .

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

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New York, United States

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Top fish species in Putnam Lake

Latest Putnam Lake fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Lake Waubeeka

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Largemouth bass

Byram Lake Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

Byram Lake Reservoir

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Smallmouth bass

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Yellow perch

10 in · 7 oz

Bluegill

Peck's Pond

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Largemouth bass

Colony Pond

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Largemouth bass

Peck's Pond

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Largemouth bass

Colony Pond

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Yellow perch

Colony Pond

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Fishing regulations in Putnam Lake

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"

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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

41°28′25.3″N 73°33′2.5″W

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FAQ about Putnam Lake fishing

Anglers in Putnam Lake, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Candlewood, Housatonic River, Lake Lillinonah, Lake Mahopac, and Muscoot Reservoir.

Most commonly caught species around Putnam Lake, NY:

Largemouth bass - 33,752 reported catches
Bluegill - 5,826 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 4,485 reported catches
Striped bass - 3,763 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 2,639 reported catches

The latest Putnam Lake, NY fishing reports are:

@davidcole2514 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Waubeeka.
@markc9494 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Byram Lake Reservoir.
@markc9494 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Byram Lake Reservoir.
@Jackson.88B reported a nice Smallmouth bass.
@MaxMainelli17 reported a nice Yellow perch.

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