Fishing on St. Lawrence River, NY

St. Lawrence River comes up in 43 of our local species write-ups across 12 New York towns — local anglers most often mention Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye here. Below: the 18 charter guides working its access towns, and where to start planning.

Fishing Guides near St. Lawrence River

Towns on the Water

Where charters launch for St. Lawrence River — each town page lists every local guide.

What Anglers Target on St. Lawrence River

The species our New York write-ups mention most for this water.

New York Fishing License

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater fishing only. Marine registry separate and free. Typical cost: Resident: $25 | Non-Resident: $50. On a guided charter your license is often covered under the captain's permit — confirm when booking.

Official New York licensing site →
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