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Ballston Spa, NY Fishing Trip — January

Your Ballston Spa, NY Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 28°F / Low 15°F1.6" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeLow
Walleye
Various

January Weather in Ballston Spa

28°F
Avg High
15°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

14 Guides Near Ballston Spa

No guides are based in Ballston Spa, but these guides operate nearby.

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Justy Joe Charters - Justy Joe Charters
Justy Joe Charters

Justy Joe Charters

5(141)Top Rated

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inshore
Lake George, New York
Aarons Guide Service & Fishing Charters - Aarons Guide Service & Fishing Charters
Aarons Guide Service & Fishing Charters

Aarons Guide Service & Fishing Charters

5(112)Top Rated

Great Sacandaga Lake in the Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York has giant Northern Pike, Walleye, Smallmouth Bass & Perch. Aaron's Guide Service Fishing Charter Great Sacandaga Lake, New York has all their trophy fish shown on this page. These are some of the big fish we catch while casting and jigging for big fish. We photograph all our big fish that are caught outside the capital region.

Northern PikePerchSmallmouth Bass
Gloversville, New York
Hooker Charters - Hooker Charters
Hooker Charters

Hooker Charters

5(23)Top Rated

Hooker Charters The Captain Welcome to Hooker Charters. My name is Jason Carden, and I will be your Captain. At the ripe old age of 36, I have 18 years experience of Chartering on the Queen of American Lakes (Lake George). I started as a toddler who caught his first fish here, and have not

Lake George, New York
Great Sacandaga Dave - Great Sacandaga Dave
Great Sacandaga Dave

Great Sacandaga Dave

5(22)Top Rated
Mayfield, New York
Ace Charters-Hudson River Fishing Charters - Ace Charters-Hudson River Fishing Charters
Ace Charters-Hudson River Fishing Charters

Ace Charters-Hudson River Fishing Charters

5(22)Top Rated

Premium Lake Ontario fishing charters for trophy brown trout and king salmon out of Oswego,New York. We specialize in family fishing fun.

Brown TroutSalmonSpeckled Trout
Coeymans, New York
Adirondack Excursions - Adirondack Excursions
Adirondack Excursions

Adirondack Excursions

5(19)Top Rated

Private Charters on Lake George, NY for parties of 12-25. Experience Lake George like a local.

Bolton Landing, New York
Rod Bender Charters, Fishing Lake George, NY - Rod Bender Charters, Fishing Lake George, NY
Rod Bender Charters, Fishing Lake George, NY

Rod Bender Charters, Fishing Lake George, NY

4.4(34)
Diamond Point, New York
Marinos Charters - Marinos Charters
Marinos Charters

Marinos Charters

5(16)Top Rated
inshore
Lake George, New York
Austin Charters - Austin Charters
Austin Charters

Austin Charters

5(16)Top Rated

Great Lake George Fishing with Austin Charters! Fish for Lake Trout, Salmon, and Bass with a NYS Licensed Guide and Charter Boat Captain, Rick or Scott Austin.

Lake TroutLargemouth BassSalmon
Kattskill Bay, New York
Monster Hunter Charters - Monster Hunter Charters
Monster Hunter Charters

Monster Hunter Charters

4(8)
Wynantskill, New York
Wer-On-Um Pheasant and Trout Preserve - Wer-On-Um Pheasant and Trout Preserve
Wer-On-Um Pheasant and Trout Preserve

Wer-On-Um Pheasant and Trout Preserve

4.3(3)

weronum pointing labs

Berne, New York
Upstate Excursions - Upstate Excursions
Upstate Excursions

Upstate Excursions

5(1)Top Rated

Upstate Excursions provides fishing guide and charter service. Kayderosseross Walloomsic Stockbridge Schroon Grafton Caroga Battenkill Hoosick

Melrose, New York
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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Rainbow Trout

Various
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Brown Trout

Various
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M
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N
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Walleye

Various
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M
A
M
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S
O
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Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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Lake George3 guides · 30 mi

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

New York Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater fishing only. Marine registry separate and free.

Buy License Online — New York

Species Regulations

Rainbow Trout
Season:April 1 - October 15 (general season); some waters open year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum

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.

Brown Trout
Season:April 1 - October 15 (varies by water)
Bag Limit:5 per day (varies by water)
Size Limit:9-inch minimum (varies by water)

Check the specific regulations for the waterbody you intend to fish, as special regulations apply to many streams and rivers.

Largemouth Bass
Season:June 15 - November 30
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

During the closed season (December 1 - June 14), catch and release only is allowed using artificial lures.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions. Some waters may have different size or creel limits.

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