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Fishing Ponds in New York

Salmon River steelhead, Finger Lakes, and Lake Erie smallmouth. 185 venues listed across Ulster County, Lewis County, Jefferson County, with strong stocks of sturgeon, trout, eel.

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  • Zimmerman Creek Fishing Access

    Fulton County

    Zimmerman Creek Fishing Access in Fulton County, New York is state-managed water under NYSDEC, with camping available in the area for anglers making a longer trip of it. The recorded species here is sturgeon — worth knowing because sturgeon are protected in New York and must be released immediately if hooked. Check the DEC website for current access rules before visiting.

    Species
    White sturgeon
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    camping
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Fishing in New York: FAQ

New York has 185 fishing venues in our directory, concentrated in Ulster County, Lewis County, Jefferson County. The most commonly stocked species across the state are sturgeon, trout, eel. Browse the full list below or jump to a venue using the A–Z navigation.

Bass records aren't widely confirmed for New York venues in our database. Many waters hold bass without listing it explicitly — open the GilledIt app to see recent bass catches logged in this state.

Yes — anglers fishing in New York need a valid state fishing license, even on private waters. Licenses are issued by the New York Department of Fish & Wildlife (or equivalent state agency); some states require a separate freshwater/saltwater stamp or a trout permit. Resident, non-resident, and short-term licenses are usually available online from the state agency. Check the state F&W website for current pricing and exemptions.

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