🐟 What fish can you catch in Putnam Valley?

Most commonly caught species around Putnam Valley , NY : Largemouth bass - 35,435 reported catches Bluegill - 6,213 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 4,902 reported catches Black crappie - 2,621 reported catches Yellow perch - 2,345 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Putnam Valley fishing reports?

The latest Putnam Valley , NY fishing reports are: @jimmy-gorman reported a nice Largemouth bass at White Pond . @alex.goldsmith reported a nice Black crappie at Pelton Pond . @brucemaex reported a nice Bluegill at Lake Katonah . @coyne.s reported a nice Yellow bullhead at Orangetown Park . @benjaminwalker3369 reported a nice Bluegill at Twin Ponds Park . .

Fishing in Putnam Valley, NY

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

Anglers in Putnam Valley , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Hudson River , New Croton Reservoir , Hudson River , Lake Mahopac , Muscoot Reservoir .

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

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Top fish species in Putnam Valley

Latest Putnam Valley fishing reports

Largemouth bass

White Pond

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Black crappie

Pelton Pond

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Bluegill

Lake Katonah

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Yellow bullhead

Orangetown Park

length · weight

Bluegill

Twin Ponds Park

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Pumpkinseed

length · weight

Black crappie

length · weight

Largemouth bass

13 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

13 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Putnam Valley

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 22nd, 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

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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°23′52.4″N 73°50′12.5″W

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FAQ about Putnam Valley fishing

Anglers in Putnam Valley, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Hudson River, New Croton Reservoir, Hudson River, Lake Mahopac, and Muscoot Reservoir.

Most commonly caught species around Putnam Valley, NY:

Largemouth bass - 35,435 reported catches
Bluegill - 6,213 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 4,902 reported catches
Black crappie - 2,621 reported catches
Yellow perch - 2,345 reported catches

The latest Putnam Valley, NY fishing reports are:

@jimmy-gorman reported a nice Largemouth bass at White Pond.
@alex.goldsmith reported a nice Black crappie at Pelton Pond.
@brucemaex reported a nice Bluegill at Lake Katonah.
@coyne.s reported a nice Yellow bullhead at Orangetown Park.
@benjaminwalker3369 reported a nice Bluegill at Twin Ponds Park.

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