Buffalo, NY Fishing Trip — November

Your Buffalo, NY Fishing Trip

November2 peopleFamily Trip
High 45°F / Low 36°F3.2" rain · 14 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in November

22 species
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
CiscoGood
Cisco
Various
SmeltGood
Smelt
Various
Yellow PerchGood
Yellow Perch
Various
Lake TroutGood
Lake Trout
Various
WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various
MuskieFair
Muskie
Casting · Trolling
PerchFair
Perch
Jigging · Live Bait
CatfishFair
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Smallmouth BassFair
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
Brook TroutFair
Brook Trout
Various
Cutthroat TroutFair
Cutthroat Trout
Various
MuskellungeFair
Muskellunge
Various
Lake WhitefishFair
Lake Whitefish
Various
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
Sand SeatroutLow
Sand Seatrout
Various
Kokanee SalmonLow
Kokanee Salmon
Various
Mountain WhitefishLow
Mountain Whitefish
Various
Atlantic SalmonLow
Atlantic Salmon
Various

November Weather in Buffalo

45°F
Avg High
36°F
Avg Low
3.2"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

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

1 in Buffalo + 38 Nearby

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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 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

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.

Northern Pike
Season:May 1 - March 15 (varies by water)
Bag Limit:5 per day (varies by water)
Size Limit:22-inch minimum (varies by water)

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

Cisco
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.

Smelt

Regulations for smelt vary by water body. Consult the New York Department of Environmental Conservation fishing guide for specific regulations in your area.

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