Fishing Great Sacandaga Lake

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Great Sacandaga Lake, NY

Popular Fish Species Great Sacandaga Lake, NY

Great Sacandaga Lake Popular Fish - Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Smallmouth bass are a favorite of many locals at Great Sacandaga Lake, as they are tough fighters and exciting to catch. Fishing for smallmouth bass is good anytime they are shallow - in spring, during high water, mornings in summer and during warmer fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap, and around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In winter, spend your time on deeper structure with small worms, jigs and spoons. Largemouth bass also reside here in good numbers. When the lake freezes over, consider ice fishing for smallies.

Great Sacandaga Lake Popular Fish - Rainbow Trout

Rainbow Trout Fishing

This year, fishing for rainbow trout in Great Sacandaga Lake continues to be very productive for local anglers. Brown trout also reside here and are a popular species of many trout anglers in the area. Fish for trout here with worms, salmon eggs, prepared baits, small spinners, spoons, jerkbaits and small crankbaits in vibrant colors to mimic their preferred prey. Additionally, floating or sinking flies, such as nymphs, streamers, or dry flies, are popular choices for fly anglers targeting rainbow trout. Trolling with lures or flies behind a boat, casting near shoreline structures, or still fishing with bait can all yield success. Adjusting lure size, color, and retrieve speed can enhance chances of enticing these colorful and spirited fish. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing.

Great Sacandaga Lake Popular Fish - Walleye

Walleye Fishing

Thanks to good fisheries management, a healthy population of walleye are thriving in the waters of Great Sacandaga Lake this year. May and June tend to be the best time for weekend anglers to catch them. During this time they tend to move shallower and closer to shore. Other times of the year they are more likely to roam around in deeper water. As always, stay around schools of baitfish. They are eager to feed throughout the lake, but tend to concentrate around structure on points, flats and ledges off the river channels. A proven method for catching walleye here is trolling with spinners tipped with live bait, or trolling with long-billed, deep diving crankbaits. However casting live bait, jigs, worms and spoons also works well at times. When the lake freezes over in winter, ice fishing for walleye can be very productive. Use GPS to locate spots you normally fish during other times of the year.

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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, redbreast sunfish, rock bass, yellow perch and northern pike at Great Sacandaga Lake in New York.

Great Sacandaga Lake, located in upstate New York, is a hidden gem for fishing enthusiasts seeking a tranquil and rewarding angling experience. Spanning over 29 miles and covering more than 42 square miles, Great Sacandaga Lake offers a diverse fishery and stunning natural beauty. The lake is known for its populations of fish species such as northern pike, walleye, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, yellow perch, and panfish.

Well served by marinas, Great Sacandaga Lake is an ideal destination for boating, particularly if you enjoy fishing. This 27,000-acre lake, in the east-central part of the state, is loaded with numerous species of fish.

Bass enthusiasts can work the 125 miles of shoreline in search of both largemouth and smallmouth bass. The lake is stocked with 12,000 rainbow trout annually, as are some brown trout. Additionally the lake sports quality schools of walleye, big northern pike and several sunfish species. There are 4 boat launches on the lake to serve the boating public, plus areas for portage of canoes, kayaks and row boats. Rental boats, camping, RV hookups, supplies, lodging and dining are all easily accessible around the lake. Ice fishing for most of the species in the lake is permitted once the ice is safe.

Primary fish species residing in Great Sacandaga Lake

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Great Sacandaga Lake 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

Edinburg Marina & Powersports
Rentals: Pontoon boats
518 863-8398

Family Boat Rental
Rentals: Pontoon boats
516 983-4467

Majestic Mountain Marina
Rentals: Pontoon boats and kayaks
518 696-3727

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Broadalbin Public Boat Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off Boat Launch Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Northampton Beach Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, off Houseman Street, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Sacandaga Lake Boat Launch
Located in the northeast section of the lake, west side, off N Shore Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Sacandaga Lake DEC Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, off State Route 30, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Marinas

Cranberry Cove Marina
1840 State Highway 30
Mayfield, New York 12117
518 661-5616

Edinburg Marina & Powersports
140 N Shore Rd
Northville, New York 12134
518 863-8398

Griffis Road Marina
412 Griffis Road
Gloversville, New York 12078
518 883-7009

Lakeside Tavern & Marina
306 Woods Hollow Road
Gloversville, NY 12078
518 883-5253

Thompson's Marina
284 Houseman St.
Mayfield, New York 12117
518 863-3437