FishKillFlea New York offers periodic Free Fishing Days every year to introduce people to the sport!
2026 NY Free Fishing Days
| Date | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| June 27-28, 2026 | Summer Free Fishing | National Fishing and Boating Week |
| Typically Veterans Day | Fall Free Fishing | Watch DEC announcements |
| Typically Presidents Day Wknd | Winter Free Fishing | Ice fishing (weather permitting) |
Best Spots
| Water | Region | Species | Why Go |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Ontario (Pulaski) | Upstate NY | Chinook Salmon, Steelhead | The legendary Salmon River run! |
| 1,000 Islands | St. Lawrence River | Bass, Pike, Musky | Stunning scenery and giant smallmouth |
| Montauk Point | Long Island | Striped Bass, Bluefish | The Surfcasting Capital of the World |
| Lake Champlain | Adirondacks | Smallmouth Bass | One of America's best bass lakes |
Plan your free fishing weekend trip with our guide to New York's top fishing spots.