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Philmont, NY Fishing Trip — April

Your Philmont, NY Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 39°F3.5" rain · 17 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Rainbow TroutExcellent
Rainbow Trout
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various

April Weather in Philmont

57°F
Avg High
39°F
Avg Low
3.5"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

9 Guides Near Philmont

No guides are based in Philmont, but these guides operate nearby.

Rip Van Winkle Fly Fishing - Rip Van Winkle Fly Fishing
Rip Van Winkle Fly Fishing

Rip Van Winkle Fly Fishing

4.8(67)Top Rated
Phoenicia, 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
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
Appalachian Timberghost Outdoor Adventures - Appalachian Timberghost Outdoor Adventures
Appalachian Timberghost Outdoor Adventures

Appalachian Timberghost Outdoor Adventures

5(1)Top Rated

Appalachian Timberghost Outdoor Adventures is dedicated to give you the best one-on-one experience Fishing and Hunting in Upstate New York. From fishing from Striped Bass in the Hudson River, to chasing Brown Trout in the beautiful Catskill Mountains. I can also accommodate trips in the Adirondacks.

Greenville, New York
Tippinscales Charters - Tippinscales Charters
Tippinscales Charters

Tippinscales Charters

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
Connelly, 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
Northside Charters - Northside Charters
Northside Charters

Northside Charters

Connelly, New York

inshore
Connelly, New York
Reel Easy Charters - Reel Easy Charters
Reel Easy Charters

Reel Easy Charters

Accord, New York

Hudson River striper bass fishing charters kingston, NY

freshwaterStriped Bass
Accord, New York
$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

Crappie

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Rainbow Trout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Northern Pike

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Connelly2 guides · 29 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 / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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.

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.

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