🐟 What fish can you catch in Wading River?

Most commonly caught species around Wading River , NY : Largemouth bass - 14,812 reported catches Striped bass - 6,618 reported catches Bluefish - 3,586 reported catches Summer flounder - 3,074 reported catches Bluegill - 2,697 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Wading River fishing reports?

The latest Wading River , NY fishing reports are: @arsenio.bernardo reported a nice Walleye at Lake Saltonstall . @kevin.zimmerly reported a nice Black crappie at Bartlett Middle Island . @Zhoututu reported a nice Black crappie at Lake Ronkonkoma . @MAfish17 reported a nice Grass carp . @MAfish17 reported a nice Grass carp . .

Fishing in Wading River, NY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Wading River, New York?

Anglers in Wading River , NY recommend these top fishing spots: Long Island Sound , South Haven Pond , Moriches Bay , Shinnecock Bay , Artist Lake .

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

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New York, United States

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Top fish species in Wading River

Latest Wading River fishing reports

Walleye

Lake Saltonstall

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Black crappie

Bartlett Middle Island

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Black crappie

Lake Ronkonkoma

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Grass carp

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Grass carp

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Brook trout

Carlls River

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Rainbow trout

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Rainbow trout

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Fishing regulations in Wading River

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"

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

40°56′47″N 72°49′22.8″W

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FAQ about Wading River fishing

Anglers in Wading River, NY recommend these top fishing spots: Long Island Sound, South Haven Pond, Moriches Bay, Shinnecock Bay, and Artist Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Wading River, NY:

Largemouth bass - 14,812 reported catches
Striped bass - 6,618 reported catches
Bluefish - 3,586 reported catches
Summer flounder - 3,074 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,697 reported catches

The latest Wading River, NY fishing reports are:

@arsenio.bernardo reported a nice Walleye at Lake Saltonstall.
@kevin.zimmerly reported a nice Black crappie at Bartlett Middle Island.
@Zhoututu reported a nice Black crappie at Lake Ronkonkoma.
@MAfish17 reported a nice Grass carp.
@MAfish17 reported a nice Grass carp.

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