🐟 What fish can you catch in Rapids?

Most commonly caught species around Rapids , NY : Largemouth bass - 11,145 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 7,016 reported catches Bluegill - 2,361 reported catches Rock bass - 1,903 reported catches Steelhead - 1,539 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Rapids fishing reports?

The latest Rapids , NY fishing reports are: @abelliot reported a nice Largemouth bass at Bond Lake . @Ledion1 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ellicott Creek Park . @Ledion1 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ellicott Creek Park . @Ledion1 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ellicott Creek Park . @kevinharris6565 reported a nice Rainbow trout . .

Fishing in Rapids, NY

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

Anglers in Rapids , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Niagara River (Tonawanda Channel) , Hoyt Lake , Eighteenmile Creek , Erie Canal (Tonawanda - Lockport) , Tonawanda Creek .

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

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Top fish species in Rapids

Latest Rapids fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Bond Lake

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Largemouth bass

Ellicott Creek Park

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Largemouth bass

Ellicott Creek Park

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Largemouth bass

Ellicott Creek Park

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Rainbow trout

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Largemouth bass

Ellicott Creek Park

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Rainbow trout

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Largemouth bass

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Bluegill

Chestnut Ridge Park Commissioner's Cabin

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Largemouth bass

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Fishing regulations in Rapids

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

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Closed

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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

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43°05′51.4″N 78°38′38.4″W

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FAQ about Rapids fishing

Anglers in Rapids, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Niagara River (Tonawanda Channel), Hoyt Lake, Eighteenmile Creek, Erie Canal (Tonawanda - Lockport), and Tonawanda Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Rapids, NY:

Largemouth bass - 11,145 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 7,016 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,361 reported catches
Rock bass - 1,903 reported catches
Steelhead - 1,539 reported catches

The latest Rapids, NY fishing reports are:

@abelliot reported a nice Largemouth bass at Bond Lake.
@Ledion1 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ellicott Creek Park.
@Ledion1 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ellicott Creek Park.
@Ledion1 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ellicott Creek Park.
@kevinharris6565 reported a nice Rainbow trout.

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