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Basic Creek Reservoir

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

New York, United States

4.1·1678 catches

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Basic Creek Reservoir fishing reports

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Yellow perch

13 in · 1 lb

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Northern pike

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

14 in · 1 lb 6 oz

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Smallmouth bass

16 in · 2 lb 2 oz

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Bluegill

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General info

Basic Creek Reservoir is a lake located in Albany County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, and Northern pike.

Location

42°29′7.3″N 74°00′56.9″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Basic Creek Reservoir?

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Fishing regulations at Basic Creek Reservoir, 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 Basic Creek Reservoir fishing

Basic Creek Reservoir is a lake located in Albany County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
42°29′7.3″N 74°00′56.9″W
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