New York

Fishing on the West Branch of the Ausable River stalled for a while due to warm water temps, but should be solid now with some cooler nights. As of late last week, however, some rain

The best inshore fishing has been for porgies. In New York Bight, the best porgy action was in 60 feet of water. Excellent porgy fishing was reported in The Peconics around Rodger’s Rock and in

The folks at FISH307 say Lake George lake trout action is rock solid heading into the fall, with fish generally found around 130 feet. Look for landlocked salmon a little shallower. Smallmouth bass fishing is

John Miller at Bob’s Sport and Tackle in Katonah reports fishing pressure has been light of late, perhaps of product of some hot days. That said, action has been good on the east of Hudson

In general, the region’s trout streams were in need of rain as of late last week, and some cooler nights would help, too. Beaverkill/Willowemoc Clear, very low, with early-morning water temps in the mid-60s. Probably

St. Lawrence River Smallmouth action was generally good throughout the river, with 25-30 feet a good starting depth. Crayfish patterns, plastics and drop-shot rigs should produce fish. Pike were deeper, given the warm water temps.