Hammondsport, NY Fishing Trip — January
Your Hammondsport, NY Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 27°F / Low 17°F1.7" rain · 14 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
FairSpeckled Trout
Drift Fishing · Fly Fishing
LowFlounder
Various
LowCobia
Various
January Weather in Hammondsport
27°F
Avg High
17°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
1 in Hammondsport + 15 Nearby
$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
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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 freshwater Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
New York Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater fishing only. Marine registry separate and free.
Species Regulations
Speckled Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:12-inch minimum total length
Anglers must enroll in the Recreational Marine Fishing Registry. Check DEC website for any specific area closures or changes.
Flounder
Season:May 1 - December 31
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Regulations can vary by region, so check local rules.
Cobia
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person
Size Limit:37-inch minimum fork length
Anglers must enroll in the Recreational Marine Fishing Registry. Check DEC website for any specific area closures or changes.