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Ransom Creek

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New York, United States

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Yellow perch

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Fallfish

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Lake char

10 in · 2 lb

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General info

Ransom Creek is a stream located in Herkimer County, New York, United States. It is also intersecting with Fulton County, New York. It is most popular for fishing Lake char, Yellow perch, and Fallfish.

Location

43°05′18″N 74°47′58.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Ransom 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 closed: October 16 - March 31
Lake char

Lake char

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 size21" (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.

Edibility
Very good
Synonyms
Salvelinus namaycush
Season open: year-round
Yellow perch

Yellow perch

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit50

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.

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
No season, no minimum sizeSee here for site specific regulations
Edibility
Good
Synonyms
Perca flavescens
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FAQ about Ransom Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Ransom Creek located?
the Ransom Creek is a stream located in Herkimer County, New York, United States. It is also intersecting with Fulton County, New York. Its coordinates are:
43°05′18″N 74°47′58.7″W
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🎣 Where on the Ransom Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Ransom 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 the Ransom Creek?
The most common species in the Ransom Creek are:
  • Lake char - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Yellow perch - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Fallfish - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Ransom Creek fishing reports?
The latest Ransom Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Ransom Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Ransom 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 the Ransom 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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