Rainbow Trout Fishing in New York

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Gone Coastal Fishing Charters

Gone Coastal Fishing Charters based out of Kent, NY on Lake Ontario. Also serving Oak Orchard River, Point Breeze, Carlton, Rochester, and Buffalo. Our target fish include King Salmon, Steelhead, Rainbow Trout, Lake Trout, and Atlantic Salmon.

Lake TroutRainbow TroutSalmon

Kent, New York

Seasonal Activity Chart

Current Status: poor

Low activity season. Rainbow Trout are less active and catches may be limited. Consider targeting other species.

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Rainbow Trout

Various

How to Catch Rainbow Trout

Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Rainbow Trout in New York.

Rainbow Trout Fishing Regulations in New York

Open Season

April 1 - October 15 (general season); some waters open year-round

Daily Bag Limit

5 per day

Size Limit

9-inch minimum

License Required

Freshwater fishing license

Check the specific regulations for the water you intend to fish, as some waters have special regulations, including year-round fishing and catch-and-release areas.

⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the New York state wildlife agency before fishing.

Popular Cities for Rainbow Trout Fishing in New York

Cove Neck Lynbrook Nassau Cleveland North Tonawanda Norwich Nyack Corfu

Other Popular Species in New York

Largemouth Bass Crappie Smallmouth Bass Walleye Northern Pike Brown Trout Sheepshead Cobia