lake in New York, USA
The Catskills' premier NYC water-supply reservoir — wild brown trout water at the foot of the Esopus, with walleye under an 18-inch rule. Located in the Catskills (Ulster County).
Ashokan Reservoir is a lake in New York, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Ashokan Reservoir can target species including Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Walleye. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Ashokan Reservoir.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Ashokan Reservoir. A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Ashokan Reservoir:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Ashokan Reservoir:
Anglers at Ashokan Reservoir can target species including Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Walleye. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Ashokan Reservoir before you cast a line.
Ashokan Reservoir is a lake in New York, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.