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Northern pike

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

Olean Creek is a water located in Cattaraugus County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Northern pike, and Walleye.

Location

42°07′21.7″N 78°25′7.8″W
Directions

When are Northern Pike biting on Olean Creek?

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Fishing regulations at Olean 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
Smallmouth bass

Smallmouth 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
Synonyms
Micropterus dolomieui
Season open: May 1 - March 15
Northern pike

Northern pike

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 size18" (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.

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
See here for site specific regulations
Synonyms
Esox lucius
Season open: May 1 - March 15
Walleye

Walleye

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 size15" (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.

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
See here for site specific regulations
Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Sander vitreus
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Cities nearby

Olean

2.9 miles away

St. Bonaventure

4.1 miles away

Weston Mills

4.2 miles away

Eldred

11.7 miles away

Limestone

13.0 miles away

Richburg

13.6 miles away

Salamanca

15.8 miles away

Shinglehouse

15.9 miles away

Bradford

16.0 miles away

Rew

16.6 miles away

Belmont

20.9 miles away

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21.4 miles away

Lime Lake

21.6 miles away

West Valley

21.8 miles away

Smethport

21.8 miles away

Port Allegany

22.5 miles away

Houghton

24.8 miles away

Delevan

25.6 miles away

Stannards

26.2 miles away

Cattaraugus

27.0 miles away

East Randolph

27.5 miles away

Genesee

29.8 miles away

Mount Jewett

29.8 miles away

Coudersport

31.7 miles away

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FAQ about Olean Creek fishing

📍 Where is Olean Creek located?
Olean Creek is a water located in Cattaraugus County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
42°07′21.7″N 78°25′7.8″W
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🎣 Where on Olean Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Olean 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 Olean Creek?
The most common species in Olean Creek are:
  • Smallmouth bass - 36 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Northern pike - 21 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Walleye - 6 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Olean Creek fishing reports?
The latest Olean Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Olean Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at Olean 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 Olean 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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