Fishing Season: Apr. 1st- Oct. 15th, 1st Sat in May to March 15th, Panfish all Year, Bass Opens 3rd Saturday in June

Lakes and Ponds in Saranac Lakes Region - NY

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Inshore Temp:

58

Offshore Temp:

56

Blue Line Sports's Tip of the Week

Trout Season Opened April 1st. Pike Fishing Opened May 1st. Panfish are open all year. Bass season opens June 15th. Water levels are above normal. Have cold water dry gear and life jackets present at this time. Continue in the practice of safe wading. There are Bold Waders, and there are Old Waders, but there are few Bold Old Waders. This is a great time to enjoy early Adirondack trout season before the black flies arrive. Check out new regulations at https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/125006.html Talk to folks at local fly and tackle shops for the best and most accurate fishing information.

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Map of Lakes and Ponds in Saranac Lakes Region

Water Flow Data

5-Day Outlook as of 5/21/25

Midge activity is ramping up. Black flies are back! Normal Adirondack spring conditions. Large chironomid hatches are happening. Some smaller midge hatches are beginning as well. Small darker caddis flies have also been observed. Free living green caddis rhyacophila are active in brooks and tribs, additionally May fly larva are present and active. Terrestrial beetles are active as well as smaller lepidoptera. The Lakes and Ponds of the Saranac Lakes Region and the St. Regis Canoe Wilderness are busy and productive. River conditions are high and the rain has continued. The outlook is continued with cooler. Make sure you have adequate rain gear, and the means and deterrents in order to avoid pests like biting insects. Black flies, mosquitos, & no see ums which are oppressive at this time. Have insulative gear as well as the air temps have been cooler than the water temperature right now.

Techniques & Tips as of 5/21/25

Streamer fishing w/ flat line trolling is a good technique for catching cruising lake and pond brookies. A Lake Clear Wabbler serves as a flasher on a sinking fly line with a traditional or tandem streamer. Slow trolling involves a rowing speed of 1.5 to 2 miles per hour. Another Great technique is to hang a leader 9 to 12 feet in length with a favorite larva, nymph or pupa fly a few inches from the bottom. Adjust your tippet accordingly. Flurocarbon sinks best but you might want mono for a more dynmic shock tippet. Anchor your boat. Count the fly down till you are just about on the bottom. Use a slow finger roll retrieve (over-hand roll) S-L-O-W-L-Y in order to bring the fly to the surface mimicking emergent Chironomid midges, Slow-water Caddis flies, Stone flies, May flies etc. Stick-on sighters can work well at the end of a floating line with fast sink leaders in order to get your fly down quickly.

Current Conditions as of 5/21/25

Check local area special regulations for Region 5 fisheries. Have appropriate insulative wading gear. Always have flotation devices on and available in the boat. Have the right equipment including cool weather gear, bug gear, rain gear, and polarized sunglasses. https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/124969.html

Local Species Available Apr. 1st- Oct. 15th, 1st Sat in May to March 15th, Panfish all Year, Bass Opens 3rd Saturday in June

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Blue Line Sports's Recommended Fly Patterns

"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:

Name: Colors: Size(s):
Zug Bug Olv 16,18,20
Conehead Rubber Bugger Grn,Brn,Blk 10
Klinkhammer Gray,Pur,Grn 12,14,16,
Orvis CJ Nymph Grn, 14,16,18
Krystal Bugger Blk,Brn,Grn 8,10,12
Magog Smelt Grn,Blu,Purp 8,10,12
Elk Wing Caddis Tan,Olv,Blk 12,14,16
Tungsten Jig Bugger Grn,Blk,Brn 10,12
Picket Pin Brn,Grn,Wht 12,14,16
WTD CH Muddler Minnow Nat,Wht 6,8,10

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Description: About Lakes and Ponds in Saranac Lakes Region

The Saranac Lakes Region and the St. Regis Canoe Wilderness is located in the Northern Adirondack Park, Upstate New York. Surrounded by state campgrounds and recreational opportunities the region contains hundreds of lakes and ponds with countless fishing, boating, and hiking opportunities. The Adirondack Park is a 65 million acre park with over 2000 lakes and ponds whose highest points bring fresh water to the St.Lawrence River, Lake Champlain, Lake Ontario, and Hudson River Watersheds.

Nearest Airport:

www.adirondackairport.com

Bait Recommendations:

Chironomids, midge larvae, mayfly nymphs, caddis pupa, dragonfly nymphs, BND, Smelt, and various amphibian eggs frogs and salamanders.