Fishing Lake George, NY
AKA: Queen of American Lakes
Boat and bank fishing
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Popular Fish Species
Lake Trout Fishing
Year round, fishing for lake trout in Lake George is often quite good and the fish are plentiful. These large trout prefer water below 60 degrees, however they can be caught from as shallow as 15 to 30 feet in Spring and Fall, to as deep as 150 feet or more during Summer and Winter. It is a monumental assistance to use fish finders, or other electronics to help in locating these roaming schools of lake trout. They feed on baitfish and other small fish, so jigs rigged to imitate their prey often work well straight down under the boat. Trolling with numerous set-ups can also produce good catches. When the lake freezes over, ice fishing for big lake trout with spoons can deliver some great catches.
Landlocked Atlantic Salmon Fishing
In recent years, the allure of fishing for landlocked Atlantic salmon in Lake George has grown in popularity. Trolling with spinners, live or cut bait, spinnerbaits and diving lures will all catch salmon. Use electronics to identify the preferred depth for the day. Landlocked salmon are stocked by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to maintain the fishery. Known as the “king of fish”, Atlantic salmon can survive in both fresh and saltwater, which means they are anadromous. They are renowned for their impressive athleticism, and delightful taste. Landlocked Atlantic salmon in lakes exhibit similar behaviors to their sea-run counterparts, including feeding frenzies and impressive displays of strength when hooked. Anglers most often target landlocked salmon by trolling open water. Atlantic salmon that are confined to freshwater environments take residence in the deep cool waters of the main lake.
Smallmouth Bass Fishing
Smallmouth bass are the most sought-after species at Lake George, with fish over 3 pounds very common. Largemouth bass also reside here in good numbers. Smallmouth bass fishing is particularly good when they move to shallow water. Use shallow spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, crankbaits, tube baits and jerkbaits around any sort of rip rap. Around grass, use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, when the lake freezes over, consider ice fishing for smallies. Other times, focus your time on deeper structure with drop-shot rigs, small worms, jigs and spoons. Rock piles and points are prime areas for smallmouth as these areas are also home to crawfish.
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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, lake trout, pumpkinseed sunfish, rock bass, yellow perch, Atlantic salmon, chain pickerel and northern pike at Lake George in New York.
Marinas and boat launch ramps serve the public at Lake George, a 28,000-acre lake in the east-central part of the state in the Adirondack region. Come rent a boat, or bring your own, for a day of boating and fishing.
Lake George, located in the Adirondack Mountains of New York, is known for excellent lake trout fishing, also known as "lakers." Smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, landlocked salmon, northern pike, yellow perch, bluegill, pumpkinseed and walleyealso reside here in good numbers.
There are over 175 miles of shoreline for bass anglers to explore and sightseers to enjoy in this natural beauty setting. This is one the top bass fishing destinations in the state. Bring a boat or rent one at the lake for water sports, boating or fishing. In winter, ice fishing can produce nice catches of lake trout, landlocked salmon, and yellow perch.
Primary fish species residing in Lake George
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Lake George Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing Boat Rentals
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Dunham's Bay Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off Bay Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.
Lake George Million Dollar Beach Boat Launch
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, off Beach Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved lots of parking.
Marinas
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Fishing License
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Lake George RV Park - 518 792-3775
Lake George Battleground State Campground - 518 668-3348
Hearthstone Point Campground - 518 668-5193
Adirondack Camping Village - 518 668-5226
King Phillips Campground & Resort - 518 668-5763
Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Bayview Marina & Suites
4762 Lake Shore Drive
Bolton Landing, NY 12814
518 796-9428
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Fishing for landlocked salmon, lake trout and bass in east-central NY.
