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Fishing in New York

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About New York fishing

New York delivers diverse fishing, from Great Lakes salmon and trout to Catskills fly-fishing streams. Inland lakes hold bass, walleye, and pike, while Long Island provides striped bass and fluke.

New York fishing license

New York fishing licenses are required for anglers 16+. Options include resident and non-resident, annual, daily, and lifetime licenses, available online or at licensed agents statewide.

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Top fish species caught in New York

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Biggest catches in New York

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State records of caught fish in New York

SpeciesWeightRainbow trout31.2 lbsLargemouth bass12.4 lbsSmallmouth bass9 lbsChain pickerel8.1 lbsYellow perch3.5 lbsBluegill2.5 lbs

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Striped bass

Town of Brookhaven Coast

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Brown trout

East Branch Fish Creek

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Brown trout

Lake Ontario near Niagara County

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Black crappie

Prospect Park Lake

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Black crappie

Prospect Park Lake

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Prospect Park Lake

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Prospect Park Lake

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Yellow perch

Amawalk Reservoir

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Yellow perch

Amawalk Reservoir

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Yellow perch

Amawalk Reservoir

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Fishing regulations in New York

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.

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FAQ about New York fishing

Fishing regulations in New York, United States vary by location and species, covering size limits, bag limits, and open seasons. To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the for the latest rules on every fish and body of water.
Anglers in New York, United States most often target Yellow perch, Bluegill, and Largemouth bass. For more detailed insights, the shows exactly which species are biting in each lake, river, and coastline.
Popular waters in New York, United States include Long Island Sound, Hudson River, and Prospect Park Lake. With the , you can zoom in on any area to discover the best spots and see what other anglers are catching there.