Guide To Fishing At Upper Saranac Lake
AKA: The Upper Lake

Set amongst some of natures best handiwork, Upper Saranac Lake distracts anglers as they stop fishing to enjoy the views. And, the fishing is excellent in this 4,700-acre lake, located in the northeast part of the state.
Row boats, canoes and kayaks can enjoy the 37 miles of shoreline in search of bass, sunfish, trout and northern pike. Lake trout tend to stay in deeper water. This is a wilderness area with limited resources, however most amenities are available at the lake to make this a great fishing, camping or boating destination. Ice fishing in winter for perch and pike can often be very productive.
What to fish for...
Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout, pumpkinseed sunfish, yellow perch and northern pike at Upper Saranac Lake in New York.
Primary fish species residing in Upper Saranac Lake
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Upper Saranac Lake Amenities
Marina: NO
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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Fishing Boat Rentals
Upper Saranac Marina
Rentals: Fishing boats, jon boats and pontoons
518 891-0480
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Eagle Island Camp Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Gilpin Bay Road, this is a one-lane, earthen ramp with gravel parking.
Upper Saranac Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, off Back Bay Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Click here for a New York Fishing License.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Fish Creek Pond Campground - 518 891-4560
George A Donaldson & Sons Campground - 518 891-4070
Upper Saranac Lake NY Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
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Contact Information
Upper Saranac Lake
Fish Creek Pond Campground
4523 State Route 30
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
518 891-4560
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Upper Saranac Lake in NY
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Fishing for bass, trout, perch and pike in northeast NY.