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Sagaponack Lake

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

New York, United States

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Atlantic bluefin tuna

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American shad

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White perch

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Dusky smooth-hound

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Striped bass

26 in · 5 lb

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Summer flounder

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General info

Sagaponack Lake is a lake located in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Dusky smooth-hound, White perch, and Atlantic bluefin tuna.

Location

40°55′5.5″N 72°17′30.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Sagaponack Lake, 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 open: year-round
Dusky smooth-hound

Dusky smooth-hound

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Additional information
No size limit. No possession limit. No closed season.
Synonyms
Dusky smoothhound, Mustelus canis
Season open: August 13 - August 10
Atlantic bluefin tuna

Atlantic bluefin tuna

Regulation boundaryHighly Migratory Species
Min size27" (Curved Fork Length)

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

Curved fork length means the length of a tuna taken in a line tracing the contour of the body from the tip of the upper jaw to the fork of the tail. The measuring tape must pass over (and touch) the pectoral fin and the caudal keel.

Special gear

HMS Tuna

Anglers with an HMS Angling permit may harvest Bigeye, Albacore, Yellowfin, Skipjack using handline, rod and reel, or speargun. Bluefin tuna may only be harvested using handline or rod and reel (no speargun).

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Spears

Harvest of this species by "spearing" is prohibited. Spearing includes the catching or taking of a fish by bow hunting, gigging, spearfishing, or by any device used to capture a fish by piercing the body.

Required licenses
Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Angling Permit
Additional information
27" to <73" curved fork length: open 1. Private vessels with Highly Migratory Species Angling permits: 2 bluefin tuna measuring 27 to <73", of which only 1 may be a large school/small medium bluefin tuna (47 to <73") 2. Charter boats with Highly Migratory Species Charter/Headboat permits, when fishing recreationally: 3 bluefin tuna measuring 27 to <73", of which only 1 may be a large school/small medium bluefin tuna (47 to <73") 3. Headboats with Highly Migratory Species Charter/Headboat permits, when fishing recreationally: 6 bluefin tuna measuring 27 to <73", of which only 1 may be a large school/small medium bluefin tuna (47 to <73") > 73" curved fork length: bag limit = 1 per vessel per year provided the "trophy" category subquota in the respective region is available at the time of harvest (see below). 1. Gulf of Maine: closed 2. Southern New England: closed 3. Trophy South: closed 4. Gulf of America: closed Bluefin tuna retention limits may change throughout the season.Regularly updated information can be found on the Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Recreational Bag Limits webpage (https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/atlantic-highly-migratory-species/recreational-atlantic-bluefin-tuna-fishery-statuses-and-bag).To confirm current limits, call 1-888-872-8862 or 1-978-281-9260.Anglers must report all recreational bluefin tuna landings. Report all recreational Atlantic bluefin tuna landings to NMFS within 24 hours by calling 1-888-872-8862 or hmspermits.noaa.gov.
Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Thunnus thynnus
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Cities nearby

Sagaponack

1.3 miles away

Bridgehampton

1.9 miles away

Water Mill

3.2 miles away

Wainscott

3.5 miles away

Noyack

5.0 miles away

Sag Harbor

5.5 miles away

North Sea

6.0 miles away

East Hampton North

6.5 miles away

Northwest Harbor

7.1 miles away

North Haven

7.3 miles away

Shinnecock Hills

8.8 miles away

Southampton

10.6 miles away

Shelter Island Heights

10.7 miles away

East Hampton

10.7 miles away

Southold

10.9 miles away

New Suffolk

11.1 miles away

Peconic

12.0 miles away

Dering Harbor

12.4 miles away

Hampton Bays

12.5 miles away

Napeague

13.0 miles away

Mattituck

14.3 miles away

Laurel

14.3 miles away

East Marion

14.8 miles away

Orient

15.5 miles away

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FAQ about Sagaponack Lake fishing

📍 Where is Sagaponack Lake located?
Sagaponack Lake is a lake located in Suffolk County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°55′5.5″N 72°17′30.1″W
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🎣 Where on Sagaponack Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Sagaponack Lake 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 Sagaponack Lake?
The most common species in Sagaponack Lake are:
📢 What are the latest Sagaponack Lake fishing reports?
The latest Sagaponack Lake fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Sagaponack Lake right now?
According to fishing regulations at Sagaponack Lake, 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 Sagaponack Lake?

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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