Top fish species at Island Lagoon

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Bluefish

11 in · 1 lb

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Northern puffer

11 in · 2 lb

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Tautog

13 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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Tautog

12 in · 1 lb 5 oz

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Black sea bass

6 in · 5 oz

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Striped bass

47 in · 44 lb

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General info

Island Lagoon is an inshore water located in Nassau County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Tautog, Bluefish, and Summer flounder.

Location

40°38′52″N 73°29′59.3″W
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Fishing regulations at Island Lagoon, 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: October 15 - December 22
Tautog

Tautog

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit2

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 size16" (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.

Additional information
Regulations shown are for NY Bight Management Region (Marine and coastal district waters lying outside of the Long Island Sound Region)Open season April 1 through April 30; bag limit = 2 Tautog per anglerOpen season October 15 through December 22; bag limit = 4 Tautog per anglerLong Island Sound Management Region (Marine and coastal district waters lying east of the Throgs Neck Bridge and west of a line that runs from Orient Pt, NY to Watch Hill, RI):Open season April 1 through April 30; bag limit = 2 Tautog per personOpen season October 11 through December 9; bag limit = 3 Tautog per person
Edibility
Chris R. says they're delicious!
Synonyms
Tautoga onitis
Season open: year-round
Bluefish

Bluefish

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit3

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.

Additional information
Open season all year. No size limit. The bluefish bag limit includes "snappers". Bag limit increased to 5 bluefish per person for anglers aboard licensed party/charter boats.
Edibility
Good, but may contain elevated mercury levels. Catch, Clean, Cook Bluefish by DMFD
Synonyms
Pomatomus saltatrix
Season closed: October 16 - May 3
Summer flounder

Summer flounder

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit3

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 size19.5" (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.

Additional information
May 4 - Aug 1: minimum size = 19-inchesAug 2 - Oct 15: minimum size = 19.5-inchesFederal regulations are waived for Summer Flounder, and recreational anglers shall follow regulations for the state in which their catch is landed.Summer flounder may not have heads or tails removed or be otherwise cleaned, cut, filleted or skinned until brought to shore, with the following exception: the white side fillet or white skin only of a legal size fluke may be removed to use as bait. The carcass of the fluke with dark side completely intact must be retained for inspection of size limit and counts against the possession limit.For more information, see NY Recreational saltwater regulations
Synonyms
Fluke, Paralichthys dentatus
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Cities nearby

Seaford

1.4 miles away

Wantagh

1.5 miles away

Bellmore

1.6 miles away

Massapequa

2.1 miles away

Merrick

2.8 miles away

North Wantagh

3.5 miles away

Massapequa Park

3.5 miles away

North Bellmore

3.6 miles away

East Massapequa

3.8 miles away

North Massapequa

4.2 miles away

North Merrick

4.2 miles away

Freeport

4.5 miles away

Amityville

4.7 miles away

Roosevelt

4.9 miles away

Levittown

5.3 miles away

Plainedge

5.4 miles away

South Farmingdale

5.6 miles away

Hempstead

5.8 miles away

Copiague

5.8 miles away

North Amityville

5.9 miles away

East Meadow

5.9 miles away

Farmingdale

6.5 miles away

Bethpage

7.1 miles away

North Lindenhurst

7.2 miles away

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FAQ about Island Lagoon fishing

📍 Where is Island Lagoon located?
Island Lagoon is an inshore water located in Nassau County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°38′52″N 73°29′59.3″W
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🎣 Where on Island Lagoon is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Island Lagoon 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 Island Lagoon?
The most common species in Island Lagoon are:
  • Tautog - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Bluefish - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Summer flounder - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Island Lagoon fishing reports?
The latest Island Lagoon fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Island Lagoon right now?
According to fishing regulations at Island Lagoon, 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 Island Lagoon?

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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