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Big Pond

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

New York, United States

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Top fish species at Big Pond

Northern pike
Northern pike
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Northern pike

24 in · 3 lb

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General info

Big Pond is a lake located in Essex County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Northern pike.

Location

43°51′26.1″N 73°49′11.2″W
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When are Northern Pike biting on Big Pond?

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Fishing regulations at Big 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.

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East Middlebury

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FAQ about Big Pond fishing

📍 Where is Big Pond located?
Big Pond is a lake located in Essex County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
43°51′26.1″N 73°49′11.2″W
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🎣 Where on Big Pond is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Big 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 Big Pond?
The most common species in Big Pond are:
📢 What are the latest Big Pond fishing reports?
The latest Big Pond fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Big Pond right now?
According to fishing regulations at Big Pond, some of the species in season this June include: Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Rainbow trout, Northern pike, and Striped bass. 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 Big 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.

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