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Little Snake Creek

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New York, United States

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River chub

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Brook trout

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General info

Little Snake Creek is a stream located in Broome County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Creek chub, and Brook trout.

Location

42°01′12″N 75°51′32″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Little Snake Creek?

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Fishing regulations at Little Snake Creek, 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: June 15 - November 30
Largemouth bass

Largemouth bass

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit5

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 size12" (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.

Aggregate limit5

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

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.

Additional information
From Dec 1-June 14, catch and release using only artificial lures is permitted. See here for site specific regulations
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
Season closed: October 16 - March 31
Brook trout

Brook trout

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Aggregate limit5

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

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.

Additional information
For fishing in streams, throughout Oct 16-Mar 31, catch and release using only artificial lures is permitted. See here for site specific regulations
Synonyms
Salvelinus fontinalis, brookie, coaster, speckled trout
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FAQ about Little Snake Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Little Snake Creek located?
the Little Snake Creek is a stream located in Broome County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
42°01′12″N 75°51′32″W
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🎣 Where on the Little Snake Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Little Snake Creek 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 Little Snake Creek?
The most common species in the Little Snake Creek are:
📢 What are the latest Little Snake Creek fishing reports?
The latest Little Snake Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Little Snake Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Little Snake Creek, 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 Little Snake Creek?

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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