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13 Best Places to Fly Fish in New York: MAPS INCLUDED

Just mentioning the words New York induces stress in a large portion of the world’s population. Most people’s first thought is New York City and all of the overwhelming aspects of it. New York City, however, only takes up about one percent of the entire state.

That leaves almost 54,000 square miles of the New York to explore. In these 54,000 square miles one can find the Adirondack, Catskill and Appalachian Mountains along with over 70,000 acres of water. You don’t ever have to visit the city to have a once in a lifetime experience in New York. The fisheries are world class and will keep you venturing back.

Here is a list of the top 13 places to fish in New York:

1. Salmon River

The salmon river is perhaps the most famous river in New York. The ease of access and amount of information available on it makes it appealing for anglers. The main fish targets are steelhead and salmon. Starting in late August, the King Salmon will begin their run. The run of these 20 pound fish lasts until late October. Coho Salmon will join this run for a few months as well.

Starting in late October, the Steelhead will start moving. They’ll be in the water from October until May. The brown trout will also be present during these short months. The Skamania (summer steelhead) will be present in the summer months, but it depends on the water levels.

Steelhead and salmon are going to sit in the slower moving sections of the river. Find the part of the water where the water slows and work it. Salmon strike out of aggression; they aren’t feeding. Steelhead, however, will be feeding!

Guide Pro Tip: Want the details for the Salmon River? Read 👉 Where to Fly Fish on the Salmon River (Maps, Flies and More)

Where to fish the Salmon River?

There are two fly fishing only areas on the Salmon River. The first is called the “Lower Fly Zone.” It starts at the Beaverdam Brook and flows downstream to the County 52 Bridge in Altmar. This zone is open from September 15 to May 15. It’s an ideal spot for salmon and steelhead. The “Upper Fly Zone” starts near the Light House Hill Reservoir and goes upstream to the Salmon River Fish Hatchery. This is open from April 1 to November 30.

Here is the Fish Hatchery. Go downstream from here to the Light House Hill Reservoir for the fly fishing only section of the river.

Recommended Gear for Fly Fishing on the Salmon River

First of all, the fly fishing only section of the river require that your leader is no longer than 15 feet and the gap in hooks can’t exceed a half inch.

As far as rods are concerned, a single handed between a 7 and 10 weight is sufficient. Be sure your reel matches your fly rod. Weight Forward floating line is going to be your best all around option. If possible, carry a sinking tip to allow you to swing streamers through the pools.

Fly choices can be debated all day long. You’re likely targeting larger fish that like to sit in slower moving water. Therefore you want heavier flies that are large and create aggression. Find all of these flies in size 4-8:

• The Eggstacy egg
• Crystal Bugger
• Egg Sucking Leech
• Wooly Bugger

Guide Pro Tip: Be sure to get your license before casting a line. Learn more about the regulations in this article. 👉 How Much is a Fishing License in New York

2. Delaware River – the Best Fly Fishing River in the East?

The Delaware is similar in fame to the Salmon River. It’s widely considered the best trout stream in the Eastern United States. Stretching between New York and Pennsylvania, this river is full of wild trout. Most people break the Delaware into three sections. The first is the West Branch. It’s below the Cannonsville Reservoir. It’s about 20 miles long and consists of all the water a trout angler dreams about. It has riffles, pools and everything in between. The West Branch also is the most accessible of the three branches.

The East Branch starts below the Pepacton Reservoir. The Beaverkill also flows into this section. Above the Beaverkill is going to be your best fishing. The water is cooler and more calm. Fish are going to hang out here more than the rest of the 32 miles.

The final section is the main stem. This is located in Hancock, New York. This is the hardest portion of the river to access. It’s 25 miles long with limited access along Pennsylvania Route #191. All three sections are great with a wide variety of water.

The Delaware is going to hold large Brown and Brook trout.

Guide Pro Tip: I’ve got a complete guide to the Delaware check it out 👉 Where to Fly Fish on the Delaware River

Where to Fly Fish on the Delaware:

Like mentioned above, access points are going to be your biggest challenge. Once on the river, you’re good to go. Here is a great map of the different access points on the Delaware. It gives parking spots and other information on this portion of the river.

If your looking for a great resource, check out this LINK . It takes you to multiple a downloadable maps from the State of New York.

Fly Fishing Gear to use on the Delaware:

This is a trout river so a 5 or 6 weight rod is perfect. Again, match the reel to your rod. Weight Forward Line is the best option. You’ll want to swing some streamers through the slower moving water. Use anywhere between a 9-12 foot leader.

Waders are necessary for the Delaware. You’ll see seams all over the river that you’ll want to hit, but the cold water can be uncomfortable to stand in without wader.

Favorite Flies for the Delaware:

BWO’s, Trico’s and March Brown’s are going to be your most popular. Anything size 10-16 is going to do what you need. Here is a hatch chart specifically for the Delaware. It tells you when the flies will hatch and the best size to use.

If you’d like to learn more about BWOs, read this article What is a BWO and When to Use One!

3. Beaverkill River – Fly Fishing History

The Beaverkill is a must visit for any history buff. Dry fly fishing developments and discoveries were made on the Beaverkill. As mentioned earlier, the Beaverkill is a tributary of the Delaware. It’s a Catskill stream that is full of wonderful trout water. Pools, riffles and runs can all be found on the 40 mile stream. There are also numerous tributaries off of the Beaverkill that hold fish.

Guide Tip: The Beaverkill is AWESOME! In fact I have an article dedicated to this river system. Read – Where to Fly fish on the Beaverkill River

The upper 25 miles of the Beaverkill is smaller stream fishing that requires quite a bit of technical ability. The rocks, overhanging trees and small pools can be frustrating for a beginner. As the river flows towards the Delaware, it becomes wider. All of the river holds brown and brook trout. The river is located near Roscoe, New York.

Where to Fish on the Beaverkill:

For being such a historic river, the access is not as difficult as many rivers in New York. The lower section is going to have more public access.

There is access at the Beaverkill Campground:

Again, here is another map (LINK to Downloadable PDF) from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. It explains the rules and regulations for traveling along the river. It’s a wonderful resource.

What Fly Fishing Gear to Use on the Beaverkill:

The Beaverkill is a traditional trout stream. Use anything from a 4 to 6 weight rod. You’ll want floating line so you’re able to get the full dry fly experience. Using 9 and 12 foot leaders with 5 or 6x tippet is going to hide your identity.

Blue Winged Olives , Black Caddis Flies, Blue Quills and Mayflies are going to be your best bet. By June, the terrestrial flies will make their way on to the water so pay close attention.

People love fly fishing New York so the resources are plentiful!

GUIDE RECOMMENDED TIP: New York weather can be unpredictable, but changes in weather can make all the difference in catch rate. Stay on the water longer by having a light packable rain jacket with you.

4. Esopus Creek – Nymph Fly Fishing

The Esopus Creek is located in Southeastern New York near Kingston. It’s actually used as drinking water for New York city. There are two main parts of the Esopus. The upper part above the Ashokan Reservoir is the more natural flow. Search for Big Indian and you’ll find plenty of access points.

The portion below the Ashokan is also fishable. It’s a larger portion because of the water flowing out of the portal. It’s a freestone stream with access all the way from the portal to Five Arches Bridge.

Guide Pro Tip: Seriously the Esopus is an amazing fishery. Read more in this guide 👉 Where to Fish on the Esopus Creek

Nymphing is going to be the most successful method. Stoneflies are going to catch the most fish, but don’t count out the mayflies and caddis. It’s best fishing is from May until September. Use a traditional trout setup with a 4 to 6 weight rod, weight forward Line and 9 foot leader.

Link with more information from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation for fly fishing opprotunities on the Esopus Creek.

Get a FREE PDF on the Arkansas Fishing Regulations with this shortcut link 👉 NEW YORK Freshwater Fishing Regulations Guide Book

5. Neversink River – Smart Trout!

The Neversink river is stocked with 5,000 brown trout on a yearly basis. It is both a tailwater and freestone fishery and stays fairly cold all year round. Located in Southeast New York in Sullivan County, it holds brown, brook and rainbow trout. Fish below the dam at the Neversink Reservoir. It’s slower moving water that makes for awesome sight fishing.

Quill Gordon, BWO, Slate Drakes and Hendrickson’s are your best bet for flies. Be sure to use smaller flies ranging from size 18-26. Go ahead and try both nymping and dry fly fishing. Pay close attention to the water surface. Don’t throw a dry if you don’t see trout feeding. The opposite is true! Let the trout dictate what you throw.

Fly Fishing on the Neversink is tough. Use the maps HERE to find the best places to hook into these “educated” trout.

This is a classic trout stream, but don’t be fooled. You’ll need to be on your “A” game to catch the fish. See what you can do, but be patient and do your best to learn the water. It’s best fished in late spring and early summer due to the amount of hatches.

For extremely accurate access points use this link .

6. AuSable River – Traditional Fly Fishing

Like several of the other rivers on this list, the AuSable River has three sections. The East, West and Main branches. The West Branch is the most well known and holds the largest trout. The aesthetics are amazing on this portion. Located in the Adirondack Mountains, traditional fly anglers can’t get enough of it. It’s one of those those streams that you don’t necessarily care if you catch fish. It’s that beautiful.

The mile above the Route 86 bridge at the Holcomb Pond down to Wilmington Notch is a catch and release portion of the river. Below this is faster pocket water so if you want a variety of water, it’s a great river to fish. Mayflies, Caddis and Stoneflies are all going to hatch so feel free to throw nymphs and dry flies. Also, don’t be afraid to throw smaller streamers in this river. You may catch one of the large holdout trout. Since the water is a bit stained, use a darker pattern.

If all else fails, throw the midge. It’s the best searching fly you can use. The best time to fish the river is early May until late June.

The traditional trout setup is best. A 4-6 weight rod with weight forward line and small tippet is necessary.

Here is another spot to fly fish on the AuSable. resource from the NYD of Environmental Conservation to use when planning your day on the AuSable:

GUIDE RECOMMENDED TIP: Some of these rivers can be stained, especially during the early season. If you’re wading, bring a wading staff to check the depth.

7. Saranac River – Landlocked Salmon

The Saranac River is located right near the AuSable and is often overlooked. Located near the Adirondacks, it’s one of the most beautiful rivers on the list. The upper portion of the river has rainbows and browns. It flows from Bloomingdale to Franklin County. Drive along River Road to find the access points. Go ahead and use a traditional trout setup for these.

The lower Saranac has landlocked salmon and steelhead. It’s a great spot to hit in the late fall and winter. If you’re fishing this section and targeting the salmon or steelhead, be sure to use nothing lighter than a 7-weight rod. You’ll need the power.

Go ahead and use BWO’s, Caddis and Stoneflies. Also, in mid-summer, the terrestrials will be active so keep a few in your box. It’s a great streamer river so don’t be afraid to throw some Wooly Buggers and see what you can get to strike.

There are numerous hydroelectric dams along the river so it’s an interesting mix of warm and cold water. The wide variety of fish also make this river extremely enticing!

Here is the NYD of Environmental Conservation pamphlet on the Saranac.

8. Oak Orchard Creek – Fly Fishing for Salmon

The Oak Orchard starts in the Oak Orchard swamps in Genesee County. It empties into Lake Ontario. The “Oak” holds, brown trout, Coho and Chinook Salmon along with steelhead. This is a major stocking area in the state of New York. Nearly 21,000 rainbow trout, 155,000 chinook salmon and 26,000 coho salmon are released into the Oak Orchard.

The Waterport Dam has a nice public access point. The fish are unable to get past the dam so it’s a solid spot to start. Go ahead and drift eggs for the brown trout. If you’re able to see salmon, fish below them. The brown trout want to eat the eggs from the salmon.

Bring your heavier rig. An 8-10 weight single handed rod is going to be necessary. You’ll have the chance to catch some massive fish so don’t be shy. If you want to target only trout, go ahead and drift a Wooly Bugger. They’ll give you a great fight!

HERE is more information on the Oak Orchard from the New York Department of Environmental Conservation.

9. Wiscoy Creek – Great Access for the Fly Fisher

Wiscoy Creek starts in Wyoming County and flows 25 miles into the Genesee River. It’s a wonderful wild brown trout stream in Western New York. There is about 13 miles of public access and five parking areas. It’s one of the most accessible creeks on this list. The river generally has a gravel bottom with riffles and deep pools.

The traditional trout set-up is going to work best. Along with the brown’s it has wild brook trout. The Wiscoy hasn’t been stocked since 1972. The upper portions near Bliss are going to be more narrow water. The middle and lower sections are wider. Try dead drifting a Bugger or nymphing with a midge. The different types of water make it an eventful day.

More information on the Wiscoy click on the below map to see the PDF that the State of New York provides.

GUIDE RECOMMENDED TIP: Fish in New York see quite a few artificial flies. There’s no escaping that. Be sure you’re not overestimating your abilities. Fish to your strengths; it can be a frustrating day when you’re completely out of your comfort zone.

10. West Branch of the Delaware River

The West Branch offers a fantastic blend of easy access, favorable wading conditions, and an abundance of trout. But what really sets it apart is the dry fly fishing. It’s legendary, my friend. Picture yourself casting your line as delicate mayflies dance above the water, and trout rise eagerly to snatch them. It’s a sight to behold.

Now, if you’re looking for a quieter spot, head just south of Delhi. There’s a spot there with a peaceful eddy, surrounded by riffles and pools. It’s perfect for wading and exploring. While you can definitely try out streamers and nymphs, the real thrill here is dry fly fishing. Keep your eyes on those pools and riffles during hatches – that’s where the action happens.

11. Willowemoc Creek

If you’re looking to fish in New York, Willowemoc Creek is your spot. It’s about 27 miles of prime fishing territory, but I’ll tell you where I’ve had the most luck.

First off, start near Roscoe, where Willowemoc meets the Beaverkill. It’s got a wide creek, great for wading, and the slow current and riffles are perfect for dry fly fishing. Here’s the location: https://goo.gl/maps/jsk41TgxM7aZ4DXk7 .

If you prefer a quieter spot, head to Anderson. It’s a no-kill section with a good mix of riffles and larger pools. Plus, there’s a great pool on the inner bend that’s always full of fish.

Remember, Willowemoc is great for fly fishing, and you’ll find plenty of brown, rainbow, and brook trout. Just keep an eye on the stream flow – under 100 CFS is ideal. Happy fishing!

12. Ten Mile Creek

Tenmile Creek gets its name from its length. Located in Eastern New York, it flows for about 10 miles before it finds its way into Catskill Creek . It’s not a stocked river and hosts brown and rainbow trout. The upper five miles are home to more brown trout and the lower five hold both rainbow and brown.

Don’t make fishing this creek too complicated! A smaller 4-weight rod is going to be plenty. Use a 9 foot leader with 5x tippet. Smaller nymphs and dry flies are best. Any caddis or mayfly pattern size 16-22 is going to produce fish.

Guide Pro Tip: I’ve got a complete guide to the West Branch, detailing the maps, flies and techniques. Check it out 👉 Where to Fish on the West Branch of the Delaware

13. Chittenango Creek

The final stream on this list is Chittenango Creek. Located in central New York, it runs out of Nelson Swamp near Cazenovia to Oneida Lake. There are about five miles of Public Fishing Rights on this stream. Most of the public access is going to be along Route 13. It’s a faster moving stream so be prepared to make a lot of casts.

One of the highlights of this stream is the 170 foot waterfall in Chittenango Falls State Park. This stream is home to brown trout, brookies, bass and walleye. The upper portion of the stream is going to hold more of the trout. As you get closer to Oneida Lake, you’ll find the walleye and bass. It’s open year round so keep it on your list.

More information on Chittenango Creek: https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/71484.html

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Recommended fly fishing clubs and resources for new york:.

• Seth Green Chapter of Trout Unlimited- This club is named after one of the most influential fly anglers New York ever produced. He’s known for having the largest fish hatchery in the East. He died in 1888 and his legacy has lived on for years. http://sethgreentu.org/the-chapter/legacy-of-seth-green/
• Theodore Gordon Fly Fishers- This is another non-profit organization that promotes stream and river protection. https://www.tgf.org
• Livingston Manor Fly Fishing Club- Located on the Willowemoc Rover, this club has five acres of land with places to stay. https://livingstonmanorflyfishingclub.com

Favorite Fly Shops in New York:

Urban Angler: Located in the city, this is a unique shop that gives you an excuse to head into the city. It’s got everything you may need for your next adventure. https://www.urbanangler.com

TroutFitter Fly Shop: This shop is located in Syracuse, NY. It has updated fishing reports along with an inn for you to stay. https://www.cnytroutfitter.com

Are you looking for some great How To Fly Fish Articles? Checkout this list:

• How to Fly Fish for Bass with Poppers with 👈 Easy to catch and fun to fight, fly fishing for bass is amazing!
• How to Fly Fish for Bluegills 👈 These amazing fish are all over the USA. I like to call them the “Gateway Drug to Fly Fishing”
• How to Fly Fish for Brook Trout 👈 Find the cleanest, coldest, most beautiful streams and I’ll bet Brookes are present.
• How to Nymph Fish 👈 Step by Step details for setting up, presenting and catching trout with nymphs.
• How to Fly Fish for Salmon 👈 Image hooking into a +25 pound King Salmon in a river and your Fly Rod breaks! Seriously this happened to me on my first trip.

Hi David Humphries Owner of Guide Recommended. I love everything to do with fly fishing. Casting, Tying, YouTube , writing about it and even teaching. I’ve got a FREE video workshop teaching how to dry fly fish at this link How to Fly Fish

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We bring like-minded people together through our passion for the outdoors. Located in the birthplace of American fly fishing and in a home to golden era ruffed grouse hunting, our region is full of tradition, beautiful trout streams, and upland bird habitat. We are here to teach, guide, and share our experiences with friends, new and old. Whether you are just getting started in fly fishing or the uplands, or you have years of experience, we look forward to creating your Catskill Mountain experience!

Located in the Western Catskill Mountain region, we are within 2 hours of New York City and only 1 hour from many popular Hudson Valley towns! Most of our fishing trips are based out of Roscoe, New York – “Trout Town, USA” – providing fast access to many of the region’s famed blue-ribbon streams! We have something to offer anglers of all skill levels and create your trip of a lifetime! Our wingshooting and ruffed grouse hunting trips are based out of upper Delaware County and Schoharie County, and range across the Mohawk Valley region and into Central New York. We offer hunters a day in some of New York’s prime timber cuts and old orchards lined with stone walls; a true day in the New England grouse woods!

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Trout Fishing In the Adirondacks: Fly Fishing the West Branch Ausable River

Under the silhouette of the mountains, Upstate New York's West Branch Ausable River provides a great trout bite with a memorable backdrop for fly fishing.

Betters also created the Usual, another Ausable staple. An attractor fly tied with the fur from the foot of a snowshoe hare, the Usual imitates no insect in particular, and can be dead-drifted, skittered across the surface, or even swung as a wet fly.

Most fly-fishermen on the Ausable use 4- or 5-weight rods, and while catch-and-release areas provide year ‘round fishing opportunities, the peak season, which coincides with the largest hatches and highest trout activity, runs from April through October. Learn more about access and the West Branch Ausable here .

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  Ample access points allow anglers to fish the Ausable on their own, but anglers looking to shorten the learning curve on this beautiful river can hire a knowledgeable local guide through the Hungry Trout Fly Shop or Adirondack Anglers . Half-day, four-hour wading trips start at $275 for a single angler, while full-day, eight-hour excursions begin at $375 for one angler, with guides able to accommodate up to three anglers. Adirondack Anglers also offers two-hour “Learn to Fly Fish” courses that are ideal for families or anglers who are looking to jumpstart their interest in fly fishing.

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  Lodging in the region includes campgrounds, b and bs, cabins, hotels, and classic Adirondack camps that allow vistors to wake up in plain view of the high peaks.

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New York Outdoor Guides - Fly Fishing

Please scroll down, all guides are licensed by the state of new york as professional guides who have passed the department of environmental conservation proficiency exam for skill and ability in the woods and on the water., the state map seen under regional info depicts the new york state outdoor guides "regions" by location. this will help you know where each nysoga member guides from., indicates a member is a nysoga master guide. for more information, click here ..

ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN AND STREAM GUIDE SERVICE

Frasier, jamie lic #211.

211 62 Hardscrabble Rd, Olmstedville , NY 12857

(518) 251-3762

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://adirondackmountainandstream.com

Adirondack Mountain and Stream is a full time four season guide service ,leading trips now for over 30 years . Specializing in hunting, fishing and canoe/kayak trips .Day and overnight trips available.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga

ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN OUTFITTERS

Gadway, abraham lic #4898.

825 Alden Ave , Warrensburg NY 12885

518 618 6011

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.adirondackmountainoutfitters.com/

Adirondack Mountain Outfitters is a hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, snowshoeing, and backcountry skiing guide service in Northern New York State's Adirondack Mountains.

ADIRONDACK PRIMITIVE EXCURSIONS, LLC

Waterman, mark 28 white st , new york mills, ny 13417 lic #8647.

28 White St , New York Mills, NY 13417

(315) 351-9530

Email: [email protected]

Adirondack Primitive Excursions, LLC provides single day and overnight hiking and camping experiences in semi-remote & remote areas of the Central/Southern Adirondacks, including the Black River Wild Forest, West Canada Lakes Wilderness and Moose River Plains. Each trip is customized to accommodate the customer's trip expectations and physical capabilities.

AE ADVENTURES

Locorini, scott lic #3784.

PO Box 752, Boonville, NY 13309

(315) 316-1125

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.ae-adventures.com

Since 2001 AE Adventures has been providing small group kayak adventures (less than 10 guests) all over the globe! Popular destinations include the Adirondack Mountains and 1000 Islands of New York State, multiple locations in Florida, Costa Rica, Newfoundland, Panama and Italy. Custom destinations are also available upon request.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes, Greater Niagara, Greater Niagara , Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City

AVAIL OUTFITTERS

Rockwell, scott lic #6035.

7061 Kane Road , Waterville NY 13480

315 327 5550

Email: [email protected]

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley/Westchester

BACKWOODS BASS GUIDE SERVICE

Romanych, paul lic #4795.

532 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley NY, 10579

(914) 714-0838

Email: [email protected]

Based in scenic Putnam County, NY, within 60 miles of NYC. Powerboat, kayak, or foot to regional waters, including NYC streams/reservoirs. NYC Guide #10118. Catskills/ADK/saltwater by request. Light tackle/flyfishing specialist. All levels of instruction. Beginner to advanced in small groups welcome, children encouraged. Let us craft your day!

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester

BRIAN LANSING | FLY FISHING GUIDE

Lansing, brian lic #7034.

5100 Highbridge St, Apt 12E, Fayetteville, NY 13066

315-481-5788

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://brianonthefly.com

I am a professional fully licensed and insured fly fishing guide offering trips from Central New York, the Catskills, and the Adirondacks to Cape Cod.

Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Finger Lakes

CATSKILL MOUNTAIN ANGLER

Loete, mark lic #6934.

PO Box 240, Chichester, NY 12416

845-688-5400

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://catskillmountainangler.com/

Guided fly fishing trips and instruction in the High Peaks Area of the Catskill Mountains, the cradle of American fly fishing. Beginners and small groups welcome.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester

CATSKILLS ON THE FLY

Cauvel, joeseph lic #9045.

565 N.Branch Callicoon Center Rd, North Branch NY 12766

(814) 282-7575

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://catskillsonthefly.com

Started with the sole aim of sharing a knowledge and passion for the Outdoors and Fly Fishing in the beautiful waters of the Catskill Region of NY State. As an avid angler and Fly Tyer I love being able to share my skills with clients in an intimate and immersive day on the water. Our trips are Walk / Wade- based allowing me to work hand-in-hand to better maximize your time on the water. We work with anyone, from beginners to those with experience, to empower you with the knowledge and skills to be a better and more confident angler.

Chapple, Matthew Lic #3358

8096 Brimfileld Street, Clinton, NY 13323

607 342 1829

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://cnyflyfish.com

Fly Fishing Guide in Syracuse, Utica, Ithaca, and Western New York. Over 45 years of fly fishing experience throughout New York. Fly fishing instruction and guiding tailored to your experience.

CORNINGVACATIONRENTALS

Diederich, russell lic #8080.

923 John Hill Rd Pine City, NY 14871

607 857 1185

Email: [email protected]

Finger Lakes Adventure Center @ Corning Vacation Rentals offers a variety of recreational activities: Hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, biking, 3D archery, a clay shooters course, and equipment rentals. Fish in a privately stocked fishing preserve; No fishing license is required. Children under 5 fish for free. Furnished housing also available.

Location: Finger Lakes

D.C. OUTDOOR ADVENTURES, INC.

Caracciolo, capt. dennis lic #2104.

P.O. Box 26, Selden, NY 11784

(631) 786-7871

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.huntfishny.com

Hunting, fishing, freshwater and saltwater charters. Big game, small game, waterfowl, turkey.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City

DACKCOUNTRY

Holmes, shane a. lic #8476.

74 Endion Lane, Long Lake, NY 12847

(518) 618-7776

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.dackcountry.com

Adirondack backcountry wilderness adventures, expeditions, and experiences.

DIRTY BILLS GUIDE SERVICE

Deyo, mike e. lic #6076.

1990 Mexico St. Altmar , NY 13302

(315) 529-4084

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.dirtybillsguidesvc.com

Fly fishing, guiding and instruction: specializing in Salmon, Steelhead and Brown trout on Lake Ontario Tributaries.

Location: Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny

FEATHER AND STEEL

Hamill, walter r. lic #6888.

401 Seven Fields Lane, Brewster, NY 10509

845-242-1243

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://featherandsteel.com

My guide service does both Flyfishing and light tackle trips in both the Hudson Valley and Catskills Regions of NY as well as Western Connecticut. Full Day and Half day guided trips. I do also provide Flyfishing lessons and hosted trips. One service offering that clients truly enjoy is the “Beginners Day on the water” where I teach beginners and intermediates the basics of Flyfishing.

FITZ FLY FISHING

Fitzgerald, casey lic #9074.

8 Adams Ln , Shushan NY 12873

(828) 333 3478

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.fitzflyfishing.com/

Offering full and half day trips on the Battenkill, Walloomsac, Hoosic,Mettawee, Deerfield River and their tributaries. Also guiding the Southeastern Adirondacks (Lake George, North Creek and Ticonderoga areas). Located on the Battenkill River, quick/easy access and the current conditions are at our doorstep. Have a great day float or wade fishing

FLIES FOR FISH GUIDE SERVICE

Lindquist, robert lic #.

628 River Rd, Callicoon, NY 12723

(631) 710-5326

Email: [email protected]

Bob is an experienced guide with a drift boat who specializes in flyfishing the Delaware River system. Bob also writes and gives presentations on fishing in the area.

Location: Catskills/Albany

FURTHER EXPLORATIONS GUIDE SERVICE

Griffiths, madelynn lic #9274.

1158 Ledge Hill Rd., Westport, NY 12993

(760) 914-3691

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://furtherexplorations.com/

Further Explorations is a year-round guide service based in Lake Champlain Valley. We offer ice, spin or fly fishing in Northern Upstate New York, Salmon River and the Adirondacks. We offer day and multi day hiking or skiing trips and specialized trips for landscape photography and painting.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Finger Lakes

HOOKS & BROOKS GUIDE SERVICE & LONG ISLAND SURF FISHING CHARTERS

Malenovsky, mark lic #2736.

10 Sterling Place, Sayville, NY 11782

(631) 589-0065

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.ny-fishingguide.com/

Fly and spin fishing specialist for fresh and saltwater. Long Island/Catskill waters. Delaware river drift boat trips. Surffishing on Long Islands North and South shores and Montauk. Flyfishing and casting instruction.

Location: Catskills/Albany, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island

INSIDE THE BLUE LINE LLC

Pollock, bruce w. lic #7905.

PO Box 1174, Livingston Manor, NY 12758

(201) 273-4246

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://insidethebluelinellc.com/

Specializing in beginner fly fishing instruction, all gear provided.

Location: Hudson Valley/Westchester

J & L GUIDE SERVICE

Cipp, joeseph l. jr. lic #3384.

185 Beaver Dam Rd, Brookhaven , NY 11719

631-803-2315 Region 4 607-832-4872

Email: [email protected]

Location: Catskills/Albany, Long Island

JEFF THORP FLY FISHING

Thorp, jeffrey lic #6426.

145 E. 76th St Apt 8-B, New York, N.Y. 10021

(917)-837-7529

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://jthorp.com/

Fly Fishing Guide

Location: Finger Lakes, New York City

JUST ONE MORE CAST FLYFISHING

Stockton, robert lic #8465.

14 Gramecy Ct, Clifton Park NY 12065

(518) 424-1176

Email: [email protected]

Flyfishing, Wade only, catch and release. Novices welcome. Casting Instruction .

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands

KAPOLKA, M. JAY

Kapolka, jay m. lic #4274.

685 Bartlett Carry Rd, Tupper Lake, Ny 12986

215-962-8045 / Camp 518-359-7298

Email: [email protected]

Fly Fishing and Fly Casting Instruction. FFI Certified Casting Instuctor

KIKIHNET OUTFITTERS

Nelson, robert s. lic #7256.

52 Winding Woods Loop Staten Island, NY 10307

646-515-4406

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://kikihnet.com

A unique guided fishing service dedicated to providing affordable, shore-based/wet-wading fly fishing experiences to all skill levels. With over 30 years of fishing experience, let our lead guide, Rob Nelson, help you experience the wild wonder of saltwater fly fishing.

Location: Long Island, New York City

LINDSAY AGNESS FLY FISHING

Agness, lindsay lic #7125.

60 Monroe Street Honeoye Falls, N.Y. 14472

(585) 478-3801

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.lindsayagnessflyfishing.com

Lindsay Agness Fly Fishing Guide Service covers upstate Western New York catch and release only fly fishing for Brown, Rainbow (Steelhead) Trout & Pacific Salmon that migrate from Lake Ontario each fall and spring. My guide service is tailored to meet your goals to enjoy their day on the water.

Location: Chautauqua-Allegheny, Finger Lakes

MONTAUK OUTFITTER

Larson, michael j. lic #7342.

115 South Forest St.Montauk, NY 11954

917-468-3361

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.montaukoutfitter.com

Surf Fishing and/or Kayak Fishing guide based out of Montauk, NY., for Striped Bass, Fluke, Black Seabass, Bluefish, Cod, False Albies, Blackfish, Tuna, etc.  We also fish for freshwater bass,  walleye, white perch and carp throughout Suffolk County.  All gear provided but anglers are welcome to bring their own.

Location: Long Island

NORTH STAR GUIDING SERVICE

Newell, michael lic #1018.

1226 State Rt 147,West Charlton,NY 12010

518-894-7593

Email: [email protected]

Personalized outdoor experiences for individuals, families, groups; novice to expert.Wilderness hunting, fishing, canoeing, camping, hiking, backpacking. Adirondacks.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny, Hudson Valley/Westchester, Long Island, New York City

NORTHWOODS OUTDOOR GUIDES

Burke, robert w. lic #484.

199 Bisby Rd. Box 213, Old Forge NY 13420

(914) 441-0713

Email: [email protected]

OLEH'S CATSKILL GUIDE SERVICE

Czmola, oleh lic #6249.

P.O. Box 111, Lexington, N.Y. 12452

(518) 989-6310. Cell 917 658-6746

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.olehoutdoors.com

Oleh's Catskill Guide Service provides Fly fishing and instruction as you walk and wade the beautiful streams and reservoirs of the Catskill Mountains. We specialize in trout and smallmouth bass fishing. We fish the Esopus, Schoharie, Beaverkill, Delaware River system and all others in between. Catch and release are practiced.

OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES GUIDE SERVICE

Arnold, jamie lic #4396.

129 Beam Hill Rd, Dryden NY 13053

607-342-2666

Email: [email protected]

Salmon River, Turkeys and Waterfowl. Outdoor Opportunities Guide service has 20 years of experience to ensure that you get the most out of your trip.

PRIMITIVE FIELDCRAFT, LLC

Jolly, alan m lic #8384.

458 Lawrence Rd, Brockport, NY 14420

585-775-9534

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://primitivefieldcraft.com

Guided Hunting, Fishing, Camping, Hiking, Photography, Outdoor Education, and Survival courses. Services to Dec Region 8 including Western NY, Finger Lakes, Central NY, and Adirondacks

REEL DRIFT FLY FISHING

Borges, manny lic #9050.

86 Brown St, Port Dover Canada N09IN7

519 998 8665

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.reeldriftflyfishing.com

Our mission at Reel Drift Fly fishing is to bring joy and excitement to our clients’ day of fly fishing by offering unforgettable experiences, first class instruction, and promoting responsible angling practices.

Location: Chautauqua-Allegheny

RIGHT ON THE FLY

Strassel, bob jr. lic #8006.

24 Cos Cob Avenue, Apt. 3, Cos Cob , CT 06807

(475) 897-5686

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://rightonthefly.com

Fly fishing, Tenkara, and ultralight spin fishing adventures in the streams, rivers, and lakes of Westchester County, NY and Fairfield County, CT. Walk-in, wade-in, or hike-in fishing.

RIPVANWINKLE ADVENTURE GUIDES

Calabrese, greg lic #7629.

30 Liberty St, Apt 2, Catskill, NY 12144

480-381-9405

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.ripvanwinkleadventureguides.com

We are an outdoors adventure company. Specializing in hiking and backpacking in region 4 of the Catskill Park. We also offer hunting and fishing experiences as well. We can assist you with the completion of any of the Catskill's challenges i.e. the devil's path, the escarpment trail, and the 3500 challenge.

RIVERS EDGE OUTDOOR EXCURSIONS

Kelts, benjamin lic #8710.

1 South Street Waterford NY 12188

518 334 6886

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://theriversedge.net

Our experienced guides lead the way in sharing the secrets of the Adirondacks! We offer backpacking, hot tenting, fishing, hunting and hiking to most age groups on limited basics. We provide almost everything you need to make your excursion an exciting and safe backcountry adventure.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany

RUSSELL, GLEN

Russell, glen lic #9025.

120 Devan Rd, Greenville NY 12083

(845) 214-5343

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.appalachiantimberghostoutdooradventures.com

Hi, I’m Glenn Russell. I offer one on one fishing on the Ashokan Reservoir, specializing in Trout. I also offer stream fishing in my home streams in the Catskill Mountains. Also take requests on other guide services

SAW MILL FLY CASTING

Engel, james lic #8715.

342 Park Ave, Yonkers NY 10703

(914) 512-1348

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://sawmillflycast.com

Fly Casting Instructor, NYS DEC licensed Fishing Guide

STAAB, RUDOLPH J.

Staab, rudolph j. lic #8088.

165 Ridge Rd, Roxbury, NY 12474

607-326-7865

Email: [email protected]

SWARTS FLY FISHING GUIDE SERVICE

Swart, daniel lic #8645.

7 Carrington Ct, Poughkeepsie NY 12603

(845) 453-5274

Email: [email protected]

Fly fishing guide service for the Catskills area.

THE OUTSIDERS - OUTDOOR GUIDE SERVICES

Erbland, edward lic #6104.

Glenmose Road, Fairport NY 14450

(585) 732-0571

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.facebook.com/TOOGSUSA

Get outside! The Outsiders are passionate about the outdoors and are excited to share that passion with you. Whether you seek adventures in fishing, mountaineering, or camping, The Outsiders will take all the stress of trip planning and outfitting off your mind so you can focus on the beauty of nature.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Finger Lakes

THE RAVEN OUTFITTER

Swits, david lic #8718.

1123 Peaceable Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020

518-378-4602

Email: [email protected]

Guiding services with a focus on Fly fishing and big game hunting with a bow.

Location: Adirondacks/Saratoga, Catskills/Albany, Central New York/1000 Islands, Chautauqua-Allegheny

THE RISING TROUT ADVENTURE COMPANY

Aiello, brian lic #9058.

6303 Mustang Road, Baldwinsville, NY, Onondaga 13027

(315)857-4316

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.therisingtrout.com

The Rising Trout Adventure Company is dedicated to guiding fly fishing trips for trout in the CNY area as well as small streams in the Adirondacks. These are wading trips, we provide all gear except for waders.

TRIBSOURCE GUIDES

Lydick, david lic #8615.

53 Birch Creek Rd , Pine Hill NY 12465

(845) 901-0542

Email: [email protected]

TribSource Guides is a holistic outdoor guide service based in the high peaks region of the Catskills offering ecological tours that incorporate fly fishing, hiking, camping, open fire cooking, and boating into immersive experiences which give our clients access to sustainable wilderness adventures, environmental awareness, and local cultural heritage.

WEST MOUNTAIN GUIDE CO. LLC

De la vega, henri lic #8486.

2 Peekskill Road #4, Cold Spring, NY 10516

727-366-1289

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.westmountainguideco.com

West Mountain Guide Co. is an outdoor guiding service with experience in a variety of populations including (but not limited to) private groups, public sign-ups, corporate groups, students/school groups, and individuals. Created by Triple Crown thru-hikers Henri & Lauren de la Vega, WMGC offers training for backpackers, hiking, backpacking, fishing and paddling trips in the Hudson Valley, Catskills and Adirondacks. We value experiential education and do our best to make sure every trip is a learning experience!

WEST’S ANGLING ADVENTURES

West, taylor lic #8835.

56 East Terrace Ave, Lakewood NY 14750

716 499 0747

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://westsanglingadventures.com/

Guided steelhead fishing trips on Lake Erie’s tributaries from Cattaraugus Creek though Pennsylvania to the Chagrin River in Ohio

WHITE DOG TRAIL CO.

Whittemore, jeff lic #0185.

53 Elm St. Dolgeville, NY 13329

(315) 868-7054

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.adirondack-adventures.com

Four-season guides specializing in fly fishing on West and East Canada Creeks, Salmon and Battenkill Rivers. Spin and fly-fishing float trips on the Mohawk and other streams for Bass and walleye. Ice fishing. Photography and eco-paddles and hikes in Central NY and Adirondacks. Adirondack based cottage.

Wainwright, John Lic #0817

90 Columbia Parkway, Ilion, NY 13357

(315) 894-5834

Email: [email protected]

Original partner of the White Dog Trail Company est. 1981. Float trips for bass and walleye on historic Mohawk River. Fly fishing on West Canada and East Canada Creeks. Ice fishing for lake trout on Otsego lake and various species on Erie Canal.

YOST, HENRY

Yost, henry lic #8858.

19 1/2 Golf Terrace , Kingston NY 12401

845 389 4920

Email: [email protected]

Flyfishing on Upper Esopus Creek

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In Search of Illusive Catskill Mountain Trout

Navigating a labyrinth of vibrant Hudson Valley rivers with fly rod and camera in hand

Jonathan Mehring

Photographer

When my friend and fly fishing fanatic, Ports Bishop, asked me to come along on a trip to pull some trout out of a secret river in the Catskills, I couldn’t have been happier to say yes. Growing up in Virginia I fished often, but now that I live in New York City, the number of days I get on water a year could be counted on one hand. (Full disclosure: the East River has tempted me more than a few times.)

We jumped into his brand new Subaru and headed north, soon crossing the George Washington Bridge, and made our way towards the mountains. Roughly 100 miles later we reached the Catskills, a notable range in New York's Hudson Valley, home to enumerable tributaries that all eventually drain into the Hudson River below. For the fishing inclined, opportunities to hone the craft are near limitless—and depending on the season, brook, brown, and rainbow trout abundant too.

At our chosen destination we met up the rest of the crew—a group of talented anglers who, along with sharing a love for fishing, run Neversink , a new boutique creative agency out of the region. Deep in the hills we found a particularly nice spot where the hatch of airborne insects was sure to be thick.

We made our way slowly upstream, prowling the waters for the ever-elusive rainbows, moving through rapids and over slippery rocks without pause. Our eyes trained on the water ahead, watching for jumpers or smooth areas where one could be hiding. Catch and release was the name of the game, and though the number of bites was less than anticipated, we called it a successful day nonetheless.

By the time we dragged our tired selves back to the cars the sun was long gone, and a satisfied smile had settled on each of our faces. It wouldn’t be long before any of us returned.

Jonathan Mehring is an award-winning, Brooklyn-based photographer. In 2015 he released his first book, Skate the World – Photographing One World of Skateboarding , published by National Geographic. Follow Jonathan on Instagram

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Serving the finger lake, adirondack, north country, and catskill regions of upstate new york..

Upstate Guide Service is a licensed full-time guide service that outfits and leads sporting trips throughout the year. 

From the clear and cold waters of the Finger Lakes…

To the magnificent St. Lawrence River!

From the remote Adirondack wilderness…

To the storied trout rivers of the Catskills.

Enjoy Upstate New York’s beautiful environments with UGS! 

UGS outfits and guides the following;

• Fly Fishing
• Light Tackle Angling
• Ice Fishing

UGS offers guided trips in these regions; 

• The Finger Lakes
• The Adirondacks / North Country
• The Northern Catskills
• The St. Lawrence River
• Oneida Lake
• Skaneateles Lake

With 20 years experience we provide an expert guide service for people of all skill levels!

Make the most of your valuable vacation time with Upstate Guide Service.

Have a safe Spring season!

315.283.8871

[email protected]

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DIY Guide to the Best Fly Fishing in New York

Posted by Ken Sperry

June 14, 2024

If you’re looking for a state that is rich in fish, and offers all kinds of streams, lakes, and rivers, then maybe it’s time to think about New York State. Often, what comes to mind when we think of New York is the city, of course, with all its bustling excitement, entertainment, and action. And while you can certainly find that in New York City, there is so much more to the state than just that.

New York is a mecca for fly fishing enthusiasts, thanks to the Catskills and Adirondacks. In fact, some say New York offers the best fishing east of the Rocky Mountains. That’s not a bad title to be given. These areas in particular are known for their clear streams and lakes, which are ideal for trout. Common fish species include trout, bass, northern pike, salmon, walleye, and muskies.

So, now that you’ve been convinced that the state has plenty to offer, it’s time to take a look at its top destinations.

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Get Directions to the Fishing Access Points shown above with the DIY Fly Fishing Map

Taking a look at New York, you may be surprised to hear that it offers 70,000 miles worth of streams, rivers, ponds, and lakes. We’re talking about over 7,500 ponds and lakes alone to choose from. It’s no wonder that it’s such a popular destination for anglers looking for a challenge and some fun. As well, thanks to the fact you can find both saltwater and freshwater, the state offers a whopping 165 species of fish. As a fly fisher, you’re probably most interested in the trout, and there is no shortage of them to be found.

While it’s literally impossible to touch upon all the top places in the state, we will try our best to touch upon a handful of them.

New York is a pretty big state and it helps to break down the fishing by region. Listed below are some of the hot spots by region.

Northern New York

• St. Regis River
• Boreas River
• Patterson Brook
• Stony Creek
• Schroon River
• Trout Brook
• Sacandaga River
• West Branch Ausable River
• Saranac River

Central New York

• Battenkill River
• Upper Mohawk River
• West Canada Creek
• Sauquoit Creek

Western New York

• Oatka Creek
• Ischua Creek
• Wiscoy Creek
• Clear Creek
• Mansfield Creek
• Elton Creek
• Upper Genesse River
• Cayuta Creek
• Cohocton River
• Cedar River
• Susquehanna River
• Chenango River
• Otego Creek
• Owego Creek
• Butternut Creek
• Schenevus Creek
• Genegantslet Creek

Southern New York

• Beaverkill River
• Willowemoc Creek

Esopus Creek

Neversink river.

• Upper Delaware River
• East Branch Delaware River
• West Branch Delaware River
• Schoharie Creek
• Wappinger Creek
• Roeliff-Jansen Kill
• Fishkill Creek
• Ten Mile River
• Kinderhook Creek
• Muscoot River
• Ramapo River
• Croton River
• Carmans River
• Connetquot River
• Nissequoque River

Lake Erie Tributaries

• Eighteen Mile Creek (Erie)
• Canadaway Creek
• Cattaraugus Creek
• Chautauqua Creek
• Walnut Creek

Lake Ontario Tributaries

• Salmon River
• Sandy Creek
• Oswego River
• Niagara River
• Eighteen Mile Creek (Ontario)
• Oak Orchard Creek

The Esopus Creek is a part of the Catskills and makes for a fabulous place for anyone looking to fish for brown, wild, and rainbow trout. You’ll find a massive quantity of them here, thanks to the fact they are migrating upstream . This migration happens during their spawning, and they are coming from the Ashokan Reservoir. There are four main parts of the Esopus, with most anglers preferring the low area at Stony Clove Creek.

The creek is quite wide in this section and there are plenty of trout to be found averaging about nine to 12 inches in length. It’s recommended that you don’t wade in the stream as it can be rather tricky. As well, this stream tends to get pretty busy in the summer because tubers love to make their way along the stream. This means that fall and spring are the best times to visit.

AuSable River, West Branch

The AuSable River, West Branch is an ideal place to fish for trout starting in about mid-May all the way through until mid-October. There are two sections of the river that are open year-round, but take note that these are catch and release areas only. Plus, it is dependent on the weather that you are able to fish. This river is located within the Adirondack Mountains, which means you’re in for some great natural beauty. The trout here are of moderate size, ranging from 10-17 inches. The river features different sections, with some running faster and more aggressively than others. This makes for some challenging conditions. But it may be that’s exactly what you’re hoping for.

Streams of the Catskills, Upper Delaware River

If it’s wild trout you’re after, it’s hard to beat what the Delaware River has to offer. Here, the water runs cold and there are a massive amount of insects, which means perfect conditions for trout. In fact, this river has been a popular spot for fly fishing since the 1870s, so clearly it’s got a reputation.

While this one isn’t stocked, you’ll have no problem catching brown and rainbow trout. Anglers boast about not just the conditions but also how fabulous the quality of the trout is here. A large portion of the river is open to the public for fishing, however, there are some sections that are private. Just be sure that you’re aware of the land you’re on and that it is okay for you to be there.

Located in the Catskills, the Neversink River is another stream that is not to be missed when you come for a fishing trip. This river can be found in New York’s southeastern region. While this river may look quite stunning, as it is very narrow and long, anglers describe it as “volatile”. You’re in for a real challenge when you hit up the Neversink. Unfortunately, there is a large portion of the river that is private, but not to worry. There are some public areas that are well worth the visit.

Typically, you can find wild brown trout and wild brook trout. The fish tend to be about eight to 12 inches in length. This river tends to stay cold, even in the middle of summer, which means the trout are always around. It’s also known for some pretty good hatches, which helps the conditions in a big way. It should be noted that the Neversink’s hatches tend to be a few weeks behind many of the other streams and rivers in this region.

Picking the best season or time of year to fish can make a huge impact in the quality and quantity of fish you’re catching. As a general rule in New York State, June through the end of September is really the best time for trout fishing. This coincides with the hatches that are taking place in great numbers at this time of year.

What some anglers find frustrating is the amount of bugs that are out during this time of year, such as mosquitoes. They can get quite annoying. If you’d rather avoid them, but still enjoy fishing during this season, opt for September since the temperatures will be starting to cool off. Now, if the mosquitoes and bugs don’t bother you, then summer is a great time for catching fish. Keep in mind that you’ll want to wear plenty of sun protection and dress for the weather, which can get quite hot and even muggy.

If you plan on fishing in the Adirondacks, Catskills, or other regions in the state, then it’s important to note that during the months of April and May the water is still at a high level and quite cold, which means there isn’t much in terms of hatches. The hatches really start up in mid to late May and then last until fall starts to set in along with the cold. This signals the end of the heavy hatches.

When it comes to the ideal equipment for fly fishing in the streams in New York, there isn’t an exact science to it. Typically it’s best to customize your equipment to match up with the size of the fish you plan to catch.

You don’t want a fishing rod that is less than 7.5 feet in length, and probably no more than 10 feet in length.  If the area you are fishing in has lots of low hanging trees and brushes, shorter rods are much easier to handle, so you won’t be getting caught in them. 

There are many opportunities for wading, so be sure to bring along your chest height waders.

When it comes to your flies, opt for dry flies such as light cahill, adams, and pale evening dun. You can also use streamers in sizes eight through 10, nymphs in sizes 10, 12, and 14, and even some wet flies if you like.

Anyone who is 16 years of age and older will need a fishing license in order to fish in the state. There are annual, seven, and one day licenses available for both residents and non-residents.

Keep in mind that there are special license requirements for “border waters”. These are waters that border other states or provinces in the country of Canada.

For this reason, you’ll need to do a bit of planning ahead of time to ensure you have the right license. The license and permits are available through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

Picking New York State as your fly fishing destination means you’ve got some wonderful and challenging regions to enjoy fishing in. Both the Catskills and Adirondack are known across the country as superb places for fly fishing. The conditions are just right for all kinds of different trout species to flourish. When planning your trip to either of these regions or other areas in the state, you may want to try to aim for spring or fall. You won’t have to contend with mosquitos and other pests, the temperatures aren’t quite as hot, and the fish will be active and ready for the taking.

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Upstate NY Fishing Charters & Rentals

Your boat floats like an autumn leaf atop the water’s glassy surface. As the sun slowly summits the Adirondack Mountains, their spitting-image reflects on Mirror Lake. A steaming thermos of coffee warms your hands against the morning dew, and emerald trees line the sleepy shore. That’s the serenity you’ll find during Adirondack fishing trips. Grand Adirondack Hotel is near the many bountiful streams and lakes surrounding Lake Placid. Fishing guides and boat rentals are available here, too. So when you find yourself in need of a little rest and relaxation, go fishing in Upstate NY’s finest mountain town.

Lake Placid Fishing Boat Rentals

For the experienced angler, a boat rental may be the only necessary Lake Placid fishing equipment. There are two incredible shops in Lake Placid with fishing boats and instruction. 

• Captain Marney’s offers fully customizable boating excursions. Rent your vehicle for any amount of time, from one hour to an entire week. It’s just three minutes away from Grand Adirondack Hotel and the gorgeous downtown Lake Placid.
• Placid Boat Rentals is situated on the stretch of land between Lake Placid and Mirror Lake, so you’ll have access to two lakes with this shop. It’s just four minutes from the comfort of your room in our Adirondack hotel.

Lake Placid fishing boat rentals are ideal for those who have some experience on the water and who have their own tackle. If you’re in need of other equipment, such as rods and reels, an Adirondack fishing guide might be a good option for you.

Adirondack Fishing Guides

Wiley’s Flies , one of the best Adirondack fishing guide services, is just 30 minutes from Grand Adirondack Hotel. Their NY fishing charters are customizable, with options for both spin and fly fishing in Upstate NY. The list of New York freshwater fish is extensive. However, you can expect crowd-pleasers like bass, trout, walleye, northern pike, salmon, and muskies (pictured) during your Lake Placid fishing trip. Depending on which species you want to target, the professional Wiley’s Flies guides will take you to lakes or streams near our Adirondack hotel. Each part of our region provides a different outdoor adventure.

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The city of Lake Placid is, of course, near Lake Placid. But there are many other incredible lakes to explore. From the Saranac Chain to Whiteface Bay, you’ll never run out of new places to cast your line. And after a warm day on the water, you can stop for an ice-cold pint of beer at one of our fabulous local breweries. Contact us today to begin planning your Upstate NY fishing trip!

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The Trip, Day 89: Japan

Alberto Rey  is a longtime Upstate New York steelhead guide, 2021 Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing Guide of the Year, and a Distinguished Professor for Research and Creative Activity at the State University of New York at Fredonia. He and his wife have embarked on a round-the-world trip, and they have generously agreed to share occasional updates from their travels.

Today I experienced something that I had been looking forward to for some time. There was something appealing about the idea of fly fishing in Japan. Perhaps it was because I had not heard of many anglers who had fly-fished on the island; perhaps it was because of the spirituality that is ingrained in the Japanese culture; or perhaps it was because that is where the simplest form of fly fishing, tenkara, started 400 years ago. Maybe it was a combination of all of these, but when I learned that I could schedule a trip to a remote stream outside of Tokyo with Motohiro Ebisudani, a guide and owner of TROUT & KING Fishing Tours , I contacted him immediately.

Like most things related to fly fishing, I got his contact information through a circuitous route. I first reached out to Phil Monahan at Orvis for some advice for fly fishing anglers in Japan. He reached out to his contacts and got a response from Brad Befus, president of Scientific Anglers, who shared a contact at TIEMCO LTD. The Tiemco representative was, Kenji Nakamine, who was too busy to fish, but suggested I contact his friend, Mr. Ebisudani, who took me out for a spectacular day of fishing. 

 Motohiro Ebisudani, better known as Ebi, picked me up at 6:30 a.m. at my hotel in Tokyo in his narrow black van. We then began to get acquainted with each other as we tried to escape the crowded streets and highways of the city. I always find this time very enlightening and learn a great deal from the guides about the region, their lives, and other fishing opportunities. For instance, I did not know that you did not need to go to Mongolia or Russia to land a taimen. Japan has its own version of these giant trout, Sakhalin taimen, which are found in the north island of Japan, Hokkaido. After two hours of chatting, we found ourselves standing on top of a mountain looking across the valley at the epic sight of a snow-covered Mt. Fuji. 

Another hour later, I was standing in a crystal-clear pool feeling extremely fortunate and content, having landed two different native Japanese trout on dry flies. One of these was a trophy sized Iwana (a char) that ever-so-slowly rose from its lie on the gravelly sand bar to inhale an orange-winged mayfly pattern, as it passed along a rock wall that lined the bank. It was a wonderful sight! I was so mesmerized by the slow take that I almost forgot to set the hook. 

I continued to catch fish as we climbed over boulders to reach deep, slow-moving pockets of water on this mountain stream. The fish that took Ebi’s flies preferred the shallow, slow water. You could see other fish in the deeper pools, but they were not interested in spending any energy to move through the currents to take our small imitations.

The Iwana and Yamame are beautiful little gems and remind me of our brook trout. They can be found in small intimate streams with plenty of tree cover, and are aggressive when not spooked. We used 12- and 15-foot leaders to hide our presence. While the leaders were difficult to cast under the overhanging branches, I periodically surprised myself with a low, sidearm cast to where the fish were located and was immediately rewarded. 

I feel as though I’ve met a new friend in Ebi, and I hope we will meet again on my home waters, searching for steelhead on the Lake Erie tribs of western New York.  

Day 89 Stats:  

Countries visited  : 8 (Ecuador, Chile, Argentina, New Zealand, Fiji, Australia, Singapore, and Japan) 

23 stops :  

• Quito, Ecuador
• Puerto Ayora, in the Galapagos
• Puerto Villamil, in the Galapagos
• Santiago, Chile
• Magic Waters Patagonia Outfitters, Chile
• Patagonia Baker Lodge, Chile
• Estancia Caleufu, Argentina
• Auckland, New Zealand
• Rotorua, New Zealand
• Taupo, New Zealand
• Savusavu, Fiji
• Tavewa, Fiji
• Melbourne. Australia
• Hobart, Tasmania 
• Sydney, Australia 
• Cairns, Australia
• Kyoto, Japan
• Osaka, Japan
•  Naoshima, Japan
• Tokyo, Japan

Transportation taken : 21 flights, 17 buses, 15 ferries, two high speed inter-island ferries, 30taxis, 45 Uber/Grab, 6 charter boats, 4 water taxis, 6 inflatable motorized zodiac boats, 29 cars, 15 van, 4 trucks, 3 trolleys, 13 trains, 4 bullet trains, 1 monorail, w3 drift boats, 1 skiff, 2 horses, 5 jet rafts, 1 whitewater raft, 8 aluminum or wooden transport/fishing boats. 

Favorite drink:  Frozen Pisco Sour at Magic Waters Patagonia, Coyhaique, Chile 

Favorite B and B:  Casa El Eden, Quito, Ecuador. 

Favorite snorkeling location: Tintoreta, Isabela Island, Galapagos / Great Barrier Reef, Australia 

Most impressive church:  Iglesia de la Compania, Quito, Ecuador 

Favorite church:  Motherhood of Mary Chapel on San Cristobal Hill, Santiago, Chile 

Best tourist experience:  Redwood Treewalk, Rotorua, New Zealand / night tour at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Hobart, Tasmania 

Favorite restaurant:  Pulperia Santa Elvira, Santiago, Chile 

Favorite barber shop:  Toro’s Barber Shop, Santiago, Chile 

Favorite fly of week:  Black beetle (various sizes) used throughout Chile and Argentina 

Favorite beer :  Pilsner, Ecuador / Monteith’s Golden Lager, New Zealand / Fiji Gold, Fiji  

Most Memorable Art Museum:  Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), Hobart, Tasmania / ChichuMuseum, Naoshima, Japan 

Best Theater Experience:  Carmen Ballet, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia 

Most sung American song : John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” in Chile and Fiji 

Favorite spa:  Polynesian Spa, Rotorua, New Zealand 

Smallest bathroom with toilet and shower:  Batman’s on the Hill, Melbourne, Australia 

Best bathrooms : Anywhere in Japan, and by far better than anywhere in the world 

Favorite live performance:  Māori Cultural Performance, Auckland Museum, Auckland, New Zealand and Fijian cultural performances at Coconut Beach Resort, Fiji. 

Number of different beds we slept in:  31 

Favorite view to wake up to:  Rio Baker at Patagonia Baker Lodge, Chile 

Worst view to wake up to:  Smuggler’s Cove, Nadi, Fiji (The Gardenview Room had one window with frosted plastic over glass to make it opaque. Someone scratched a tiny hole to show the hotel’s garbage cans.) 

Favorite beach:  Coconut Beach Resort, Tavewa, Fiji 

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Fisherman Drowns While Trying to Retrieve His Keys on a Father’s Day Trip

By Natalie Krebs

Posted on Jun 18, 2024 3:27 PM EDT

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A New York man drowned Sunday after attempting to retrieve his keys from a lake. A second man who jumped in to rescue him remains hospitalized. The drowning victim was identified as Anthony Davis, 44, of Clay, according to a statement from the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office.

Davis was fishing with Wattie Capers, 42, and another unidentified male in the Finger Lakes region to celebrate Father’s Day. An investigation is ongoing so it’s not immediately clear how Davis’ keys may have fallen in the water, but the men were reportedly fishing from a pier where the Oneida River flows into Oneida Lake. Davis attempted to retrieve the keys but couldn’t return to land. Capers jumped in to rescue him “but was also unable to make it back to land,” according to a written statement from Lt. Andy Bucher, who was unavailable for comment. One photo of the rescue shows that the Waterfront Tavern pier is several feet above the water line.

Around 9:51 a.m. officers with the Oswego County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol heard “yelling for help” and “came across two people in the water that were in distress.” Officials were able to retrieve Capers from the water, who was transported to Upstate Hospital in Syracuse.

At 10:09 a.m. a Madison County NY Fire/Emergency Dispatch admin updated first responders about a possible drowning. Multiple agencies responded to the incident and at 10:25 a.m., the dispatch was updated to note divers from Oswego and Onondaga counties were on the scene with air assistance on the way.

A diver from the Brewerton Fire Department located Davis, who was pulled from the water and also transported to Upstate Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Davis is survived by his wife and children. Capers remains hospitalized.

“Quick update on Wattie Capers,” Antonise Capers said of her husband’s condition in a Facebook post Monday evening. “He’s doing a lot better, responding to commands, no more seizures, blood work great, all imaging scans were great today. Next step is removing the eeg and trying to get him to breathe completely on his own. I appreciate all of the messages, prayers, calls etc… please keep those prayers going because it’s working.”

Frank Vercillo, who heard the news of Davis’ drowning on the radio, says he spoke with both Capers and Davis shortly before the incident.

“Minutes before this happened my son Hank and I had the pleasure of talking to them both. We left the Waterfront dock at 9am,” Vercillo wrote in a Facebook post Monday. “When they arrived they asked us how we were doing and then wished us both a Happy Father’s day. Very nice young men. They were busting each other’s chops but you could tell that they were close. When my son told me they were the guys we were talking to I just couldn’t wrap [sic] my head around it.”

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This is not the first time an angler has drowned attempting to retrieve a lost possession. In 2023 69-year-old angler Robert Gardella drowned after one of his fishing rods fell in the Colorado River. Witnesses say Gardella jumped in after the rod but quickly came back to the surface where he struggled for a few moments before disappearing underwater; divers recovered his body the following morning.

The Caughdenoy Volunteer Fire Department, who responded to the Oneida incident, urged “everyone to wear a life jacket anytime they are near water, no matter how shallow.”

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Man dies trying to retrieve keys from lake during Father’s Day fishing trip

HASTINGS, N.Y. (TMX) - A man drowned after attempting to retrieve his keys from an upstate New York lake during a Father’s Day fishing trip on Sunday, authorities said.

The Oswego County Sheriff’s Office said its marine patrol was patrolling Oneida Lake when they came across two people in distress in the water near the pier just south of the Waterfront Tavern in the town of Hastings at around 9:51 a.m. Sunday.

Members of Brewerton Fire Department arrived on scene to assist.

Deputies were able to retrieve one of the men, identified as 42-year-old Wattie Cappers, of Syracuse. He was transported to Upstate Hospital in stable condition.

Fire department divers located the second man, identified as 44-year-old Anthony Davis, of Clay, and pulled him from the water. He was transported to Upstate Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

According to the sheriff’s office, Cappers, Davis and another man were out fishing for Father’s Day when Davis’ keys fell into the water.

Davis went into the water to retrieve them, but couldn’t make it back to land.

Cappers jumped in after Davis in an attempt to rescue him, but he also couldn’t make it back to land. That’s when nearby deputies heard them yelling for help.

The sheriff’s office said the incident is under investigation.

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Now is the time to be fly fishing!  Fly fishing in Central New York has been good most days.  Naturally, some days are better than others, as it always is with fishing.  We could use a shot of rain and some cooler temps to get use through June, however.  New handcrafted fly fishing nets are in stock!   

fly fishing classes

Ever think about learning to fly fish, but you're not sure where to start?  I offer fly fishing classes and lessons in Upstate New York, spring, summer, and fall.  While this fly fishing class is geared toward those new to the sport, I'm happy to customize a class for more experienced anglers (example being a contact/euro nymphing class).  Jumping into fly fishing, or the idea of a guided trip without ever having held a fly rod, can feel daunting.  This fly fishing class is designed to ease and introduce new anglers to the sport.  I'm confident by the end of the class, and with a little patience, you'll find a fun new outdoor activity you can enjoy with friends and family.  I enjoy teaching and all ages are welcome to join the fun!

how it works

2 Part Class - fly fishing class can be accommodated in (1) six hour day, or (2) three hour days .

1st Class - introduction to fly fishing, gear, how to rig a rod/reel/line, basic knots, learning to fly cast​

class is in a park like setting and runs about 3-4 hours

2nd Class - On the water!  We talk about wading safely, approaching the stream, reading water, and about 2 - 3 hours of fully guided instructional fly fishing! ​ ​

You pick when classes are convenient for you and your group!

Classes are private for you and/or your group.  I do not combine you with other fly fishing groups.

All gear is provided (except waders, which are available to rent).  Water and light snacks are always provided.

A small collection of flies will be given to each angler to start your own collection (some may be hand-tied by me).

$375 for the first angler and $50 for each additional angler up to 4 people

for groups larger than 4 anglers, please contact me for group pricing

$100 deposit is required to lock in the date

Various types of lessons are offered.  Do you have a fly rod you bought or were given, but you're not sure how to use it?  Basic casting instruction in Central New York is an option.  Are you heading out for the first time of the year and need a little refining to your technique?  Do you have a big fishing trip planned someplace warm on the bow of a flats boat where heavy rods and hard double hauls are required?  It is always a good idea to practice casting before such a big trip.  I know the guide poling you and your boat mate will appreciate your practice as well.  Lessons are available to everyone, regardless of experience.

lessons for beginners - I provide​ all gear necessary to learn to fly cast.  No experience is necessary.  Learn the basics of rigging, set up, and casting fundamentals.

lessons for intermediate or advanced casters - focus is on refining technique, casting and matching different lines, hauling line, water hauling, shooting line, etc.  I strongly encourage the use of your own rod so you may continue to grow accustomed to your own gear.  My gear will be provided as well.

pricing - $100 for 1 hour --- $150 for 2 hours

prices are for up to 2 people ​

for groups larger than 2 people, there will be an additional fee of $25/person