Fishing At Owasco Lake

AKA: Lake Owasco

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout, bluegill, pumpkinseed, rock bass, yellow perch and northern pike at Owasco Lake in New York.

Rainbow, lake and brown trout are stocked annually into Owasco Lake, a 6,600-acre lake in the central part of the state. Sightseers and anglers alike will enjoy the 25 miles of scenic shoreline that is home to bass, northern pike, crappie and sunfish. Walleye and trout tend to locate in some of the deeper waters offshore. Boat ramps for all types of boats, and boat rentals provide anglers a choice to bring a boat, rent one, or fish from shore. Camping, restaurants, lodging, marinas and shopping are all readily accessible at the lake. Ice fishing can be very good for trout, panfish and northern pike.

Primary fish species residing in Owasco Lake

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Owasco Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Emerson Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located at the northern tip of the lake, off Emerson Park Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Koenig Point Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Emmi Drive, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and no parking.

Southshore Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, off Fire 1 Lane, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.