There are thousands of acres of state lands in Sullivan and Ulster counties, and most have small wild trout streams.
Fished: 9/3/2019 Hot Spots: 0 ... First time fishing Riffe Lake. Anglers are reminded that the use of fish as bait is prohibited in many Adirondack waters. Beginning April 1, Finger Lakes tributaries such as Catharine Creek (Schuyler and Chemung Counties), Cold Brook (Steuben County), Naples Creek (Ontario County), and Springwater Creek (Livingston County) offer ample opportunities to pursue beautiful, quality rainbow trout. During spring, salmon are attracted to the rivers by the warmer water and/or the increased flows from the spring run-off. Unlike other areas of the state, Long Island's more temperate climate usually provides for some early hatches. However, last spring's smolt survival was normal. Note that trout season on the border reach, where New York and Pennsylvania share the Delaware River & West Branch Delaware River, does not open until April 14 this year. Goldwater Lake. See more Angler Reports Starting on May 16th, however, anglers can catch smelt (only by angling) for the remainder of the 2019 fishing season with a daily creel limit of 25. Brown Trout between 15 and 18 inches are common and trout over 20 inches are not unusual. Productive angling techniques include trolling with a wobbler followed by a worm or nymph imitation. Took us a couple of hrs to figure out that I really did need to use Kokanee gear and not my standa... Full Report » Riffe. This should make for better bank fishing conditions, as well as easier hiking into more remote sections of the region's streams.This February in the Western Adirondacks it was warmer than typical, and there was a reduced snow pack for much of it. The DEC Angler Survey conducted from 2011 through 2013 found that nearly a third of the trout caught in Southaven County Park were wild brook trout, and they ranged up to 15 inches. Anglers should be aware of the closed season for smelt, which prohibits the use or possession of smelt from April 1st thru May 15th.
Michael W.: Trout Fishing Heating Up At Goldwater Lake! Anglers are reminded that in many Adirondack ponds, the use of fish as bait is prohibited. Until then, fishing on this border water reach is "catch and release" only. All brook trout in the Carmans River are wild fish. The tailwaters of the West Branch continue to be one of the most productive fisheries for trophy trout in the northeast. Baitfish can be very serious competitors with brook trout and their introduction can be devastating to brook trout populations. In the summer, trolling with downriggers and lead core lines is handy for getting deep after surface waters become too warm for trout and salmon. However, a snowy March suggests typical early spring fishing conditions will prevail on streams around the region.Anglers can check on potential waters to fish using the links below.Many anglers fishing the Delaware River system in 2017 noted excellent fishing for Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout. Note that the daily limit is one rainbow trout per day with the minimum length of 15 inches. For a list of these waters check the "Special Regulations by County" section in the Fishing Regulations Guide, or contact the DEC's Region 5 Fisheries Office in Ray Brook at (518) 897-1333 or Warrensburg at (518) 623-1240Local lakes and ponds will most likely still be covered by ice on April 1st. Brook trout can be caught all season, but fishing is best in early spring and then again in the fall when the water starts to cool again. Report: Author: 1-14-2020: Angler Report: Goldwater Lake Rainbow Trout More proof that the AZGFD is dedicated to... more » Arizona Game & Fish Department: 12-22-2016: Goldwater Lake Fishing Report Goldwater Lake was stocked several times in October... more » Arizona Game & Fish Department: 12-16-2016: Goldwater Lake Fishing Report Water Conditions: Clear. Brown trout, rainbow trout, coho salmon and a few chinooks should be available near shore. Willow Beach is producing large striped bass. A list of waters where the use of baitfish is prohibited can be found in the "Special Regulations by County" section of the Freshwater Fishing Regulations Guide.This February in the Eastern Adirondacks was much warmer than typical, and there was a reduced snow pack for much of it.