🐟 What fish can you catch in Southeast?

Most commonly caught species around Southeast , NY : Largemouth bass - 34,344 reported catches Bluegill - 6,051 reported catches Striped bass - 4,718 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 4,539 reported catches Rainbow trout - 2,410 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Southeast fishing reports?

The latest Southeast , NY fishing reports are: @jimmy-gorman reported a nice Largemouth bass at White Pond . @frankm86 reported a nice Yellow perch at Lake Mohegan . @alex.goldsmith reported a nice Black crappie at Pelton Pond . @brucemaex reported a nice Bluegill at Lake Katonah . @benjaminwalker3369 reported a nice Bluegill at Twin Ponds Park . .

Fishing in Southeast, NY

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

Anglers in Southeast , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Candlewood , Housatonic River , Saugatuck Reservoir , New Croton Reservoir , Lake Lillinonah .

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

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New York, United States

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Top fish species in Southeast

Latest Southeast fishing reports

Largemouth bass

White Pond

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Yellow perch

Lake Mohegan

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Black crappie

Pelton Pond

length · weight

Bluegill

Lake Katonah

length · weight

Bluegill

Twin Ponds Park

length · weight

Largemouth bass

13 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

13 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

Outpost Inn Pond

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Largemouth bass

King Pond

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Brook trout

Colony Pond

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Fishing regulations in Southeast

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

Total Length

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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°24′11.5″N 73°35′54.6″W

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FAQ about Southeast fishing

Anglers in Southeast, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Candlewood, Housatonic River, Saugatuck Reservoir, New Croton Reservoir, and Lake Lillinonah.

Most commonly caught species around Southeast, NY:

Largemouth bass - 34,344 reported catches
Bluegill - 6,051 reported catches
Striped bass - 4,718 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 4,539 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 2,410 reported catches

The latest Southeast, NY fishing reports are:

@jimmy-gorman reported a nice Largemouth bass at White Pond.
@frankm86 reported a nice Yellow perch at Lake Mohegan.
@alex.goldsmith reported a nice Black crappie at Pelton Pond.
@brucemaex reported a nice Bluegill at Lake Katonah.
@benjaminwalker3369 reported a nice Bluegill at Twin Ponds Park.

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