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Summer flounder

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Black sea bass

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Summer flounder

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Striped bass

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General info

False Channel is a stream located in Nassau County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Summer flounder, Striped bass, and Black sea bass.

Location

40°37′40.7″N 73°33′35.8″W
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Fishing regulations at False Channel, NY

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.

Regulations for top species

Season closed: October 16 - May 3
Summer flounder

Summer flounder

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size19.5" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
May 4 - Aug 1: minimum size = 19-inchesAug 2 - Oct 15: minimum size = 19.5-inchesFederal regulations are waived for Summer Flounder, and recreational anglers shall follow regulations for the state in which their catch is landed.Summer flounder may not have heads or tails removed or be otherwise cleaned, cut, filleted or skinned until brought to shore, with the following exception: the white side fillet or white skin only of a legal size fluke may be removed to use as bait. The carcass of the fluke with dark side completely intact must be retained for inspection of size limit and counts against the possession limit.For more information, see NY Recreational saltwater regulations
Synonyms
Fluke, Paralichthys dentatus
Season open: April 15 - December 15
Striped bass

Striped bass

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit1

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size28" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Max size31" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
These regulations are for marine waters (south of George Washington Bridge) and Delaware River:The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the adoption of new regulations in the State's marine waters for recreational Atlantic striped bass fishing. The new recreational slot limit of 28 to 31 inches takes effect immediately and is set as required by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) to reduce recreational harvest. Hudson River (north of George Washington Bridge) striped bass regulations:Minimum size = 23-inches; maximum size = 28-inchesOpen Season = April 1 through November 30.See Tidal Hudson River Regulations for more information. You must use an inline circle hook while using bait to fish for striped bass. For more information, see Striped Bass and Circle Hooks
Synonyms
Morone saxatilis
Season open: year-round
Black sea bass

Black sea bass

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit6

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size16" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
Bag limit = 3 fish per person May 16-August 31. Bag limit = 6 fish per person September 1-December 31.The tail filament is not included in measurement of Black Sea Bass total length.
Edibility
Excellent according to Adam L.
Synonyms
Centropristis striata
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Freeport

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Point Lookout

2.8 miles away

Hempstead

3.5 miles away

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Lido Beach

3.8 miles away

Roosevelt

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Wantagh

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Oceanside

4.0 miles away

North Merrick

4.1 miles away

North Bellmore

4.4 miles away

Seaford

4.5 miles away

Barnum Island

4.7 miles away

Rockville Centre

4.8 miles away

South Hempstead

5.0 miles away

Massapequa

5.4 miles away

North Wantagh

5.6 miles away

Lakeview

5.8 miles away

East Meadow

6.3 miles away

Uniondale

6.5 miles away

Massapequa Park

6.9 miles away

North Massapequa

7.1 miles away

Levittown

7.1 miles away

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FAQ about False Channel fishing

📍 Where is the False Channel located?
the False Channel is a stream located in Nassau County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°37′40.7″N 73°33′35.8″W
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🎣 Where on the False Channel is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the False Channel by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the False Channel?
The most common species in the False Channel are:
📢 What are the latest False Channel fishing reports?
The latest False Channel fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the False Channel right now?
According to fishing regulations at the False Channel, some of the species in season this November include: Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Northern pike, Striped bass, and Walleye. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the False Channel?

Fishing in New York requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident and non-resident, annual, daily, and lifetime licenses, available online or at licensed agents statewide.

In New York, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 70 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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