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:

32

Offshore Temp:

32

Blue Line Sports's Tip of the Week

Trout Season Opens April 1st. Pike Fishing Re-Opens 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 No Bold Old Waders. 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 3/19/25

The Adirondacks and North country have some good ice conditions left in the Saranac Lakes Region & extended through the small ponds in the St. Regis Canoe Wilderness. There is 6 - 8 inches of ice on smaller bodies of water. Ice conditions remain, However, The edges have began to melt away leaving dangerous conditions if one would try to get out and access the good ice that we have left. Be careful near inlets, outlets and springs. There has been a bit of a thaw and the nights still remain cooler.

Techniques & Tips as of 3/19/25

Vertical Jigging w/ ice flies, Hali & tungsten ice jigs. We still have a good month of ice fishing for panfish left. There is still a good amount of ice out there. The nights are cold but we are in a bit of a thaw right now. Water is beginning to accumulate on the surface of the ice sheet.

Current Conditions as of 3/19/25

Ice does not form uni-formally. Inlets, outlets, flows springs and bubblers pose serious risk of cold water immersion or worse on the Lakes and Ponds. 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
Chernobyl Ant Blk,Wht 10,12,
Hawkins Triple Double Grn,Brn 2,2/0
Deceiver Red / Wht 2,1/0,2/0
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:

NYS Certified Bait Minnows, Golden Shiners, Fatheads, Hunts, Icicles, Rosey Reds, BND, and smelt.