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 has closed October 15th! Pike fishing opened May 15th and will continue through winter and closes March 15th. Panfish are open all year. Bass season opened June 15th and continues through fall and closes on November 30 in Franklin County specifically on the Lakes and Ponds of the Saranac Lake & St. Regis Canoe Areas. Water temperatures have cooled quite a bit. 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 12/18/24

Colder temps this weekend should lock thing up much better. > 2"

Techniques & Tips as of 12/18/24

Vertical Jigging w/ ice flies.

Current Conditions as of 12/18/24

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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    Bass & Panfish

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

Zug Bug

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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.