New York Outdoor News Fishing Report

Western New York Lake Erie and harbors: There were still some walleye available at night in the near-shore shallows, but that bite is tapering off. The daytime action has been decent to good at mid-depth

Western New York After a bit of northeast wind, Lake Ontario saw fish scatter. Yes, fishing suddenly became a bit more difficult after a month that was often spectacular. Despite the tougher conditions, the Buffalo

Western New York Lake Erie and harbors: The walleye night bite seems to get better with each passing night, but there have been some good catches during the day, too. Popular nighttime spots include Shorehaven

Western New York Lake Erie and harbors: Most Lake Erie boat launches are now open for the season. There may still be some dredging occurring at Sturgeon Point Marina, so it’s best to call ahead.

Western New York Lake Erie tributaries and harbors: Steelhead fishing was slowing down prior to the latest blowout, but there were still decent numbers of fish around. Steelhead smolts have recently been stocked in the

Western New York Lake Erie tributaries and harbors: Most creeks are back to a fishable level; Cattaraugus Creek was higher with muddy conditions at last look, but things can change fast on the tribs. Steelhead

Western New York Lake Erie tributaries and harbors: Cattaraugus Creek was seeing some steelhead action for those anglers still chasing chrome. Target steelhead in the deeper holes and drift offerings slow and low for best

Western New York We are slowly starting to turn the corner on a variety of fronts. On Lake Ontario, the first trollers have started pounding the surf with in-line planers and stickbaits like Bay Rats

Western New York Action for trout has been good. The tributaries off Lake Ontario and Lake Erie opened back up again and anglers were catching trout consistently before the rains came. All the tributaries were