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Lonesome Bay

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New York, United States

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Largemouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

5 in · 1 lb

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Smallmouth bass

16 in · 4 lb

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Rock bass

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Northern pike

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Lonesome Bay is a lake located in Franklin County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Largemouth bass, and Northern pike.

Location

44°18′7″N 74°10′36.5″W
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Fishing regulations at Lonesome Bay, 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.

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FAQ about Lonesome Bay fishing

📍 Where is Lonesome Bay located?
Lonesome Bay is a lake located in Franklin County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
44°18′7″N 74°10′36.5″W
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🎣 Where on Lonesome Bay is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Lonesome Bay 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 Lonesome Bay?
The most common species in Lonesome Bay are:
📢 What are the latest Lonesome Bay fishing reports?
The latest Lonesome Bay fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Lonesome Bay right now?
According to fishing regulations at Lonesome Bay, some of the species in season this June include: Rainbow trout, Northern pike, Striped bass, Brown trout, 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 Lonesome Bay?

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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