Map

Fresh Pond

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

New York, United States

5.0·3 catches

Top fish species at Fresh Pond

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
App Section

Check which species have trophy potential in Fresh Pond

Fresh Pond fishing reports

Loading...

Largemouth bass

15 in · 2 lb

Loading...

Largemouth bass

14 in · 2 lb

Loading...

length · weight

Fishbrain
Have you been fishing here?

Log your catch and check out other catches from the community in the Fishbrain app.

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...

General info

Fresh Pond is a lake located in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass.

Location

40°56′4.7″N 73°27′22″W
Directions

Amenities

When are Largemouth Bass biting on Fresh Pond?

Learn what time of year and day to go fishing at Fresh Pond. Download Fishbrain today to look for new fishing spots, scout new fishing access, or prep for your next trip.

Bite time image

Fishing regulations at Fresh Pond, 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
License Icon
Local laws and licenses

New York fishing license

Get license

Reviews of Fresh Pond

5.0
Loading...

1 ratings

5
4
3
2
1
Top reviews

Cities nearby

Lloyd Harbor

1.5 miles away

Huntington Bay

3.1 miles away

Eatons Neck

3.2 miles away

Asharoken

3.9 miles away

Halesite

4.0 miles away

Centre Island

4.1 miles away

Cove Neck

4.2 miles away

Cold Spring Harbor

5.0 miles away

Centerport

5.2 miles away

Laurel Hollow

5.7 miles away

Bayville

5.7 miles away

Oyster Bay Cove

5.9 miles away

Northport

6.2 miles away

Mill Neck

6.4 miles away

Huntington Station

6.8 miles away

Huntington

6.9 miles away

Greenlawn

6.9 miles away

East Norwich

7.0 miles away

Lattingtown

7.9 miles away

Locust Valley

7.9 miles away

West Hills

8.0 miles away

Matinecock

8.2 miles away

Upper Brookville

8.2 miles away

Syosset

8.6 miles away

Anything missing or inaccurate?

Suggest changes to improve what we show.

Suggest changes

FAQ about Fresh Pond fishing

📍 Where is Fresh Pond located?
Fresh Pond is a lake located in Suffolk County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°56′4.7″N 73°27′22″W
.
🎣 Where on Fresh Pond is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Fresh Pond 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 Fresh Pond?
The most common species in Fresh Pond are:
📢 What are the latest Fresh Pond fishing reports?
The latest Fresh Pond fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Fresh Pond right now?
According to fishing regulations at Fresh Pond, 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 Fresh Pond?

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.

Get license
App Section
Download Fishbrain and fish smarter
Unlimited access to the best fishing spot finder in the game. Get all the fishing intel you need to start catching more, and bigger, fish.

Free trial available

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...