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Maxwell Bay

New York, United States

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Maxwell Bay fishing reports

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Coho salmon

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Bowfin

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Northern pike

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Common carp

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Smallmouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

Maxwell Bay is a lake located in Wayne County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Brown trout, and Northern pike.

Location

43Β°16β€²9.9β€³N 77Β°01β€²34β€³W
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Fishing regulations at Maxwell Bay, NY

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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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of July 25, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Maxwell Bay fishing

Maxwell Bay is a lake located in Wayne County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
43Β°16β€²9.9β€³N 77Β°01β€²34β€³W
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