Hawtree Creek

Set on the coast in New York, United States, Hawtree Creek rewards anglers who time their session around the tide rather than the time of day. Dawn or dusk on a rising tide is usually the high-percentage window. Hawtree Creek sees a mix of resident species and seasonal migrants, so anglers who fish it regularly track which species are showing each month and adjust rigs accordingly.

Location

40.6580, -73.8298 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

BluefishSpot croakerStriped bassSummer flounderBlack sea bassTautog

Fishing Techniques

• For Bluefish

  Bluefish are aggressive; use wire leaders to prevent bite-offs and retrieve lures at a fast pace to trigger strikes.

• For Spot croaker

  When bottom fishing for Spot, use a Carolina rig or a double-hook bottom rig with just enough weight to hold bottom and keep your bait presentation natural. Fish near structure or in channels with good tidal flow.

• For Striped bass

  Match the hatch! Pay attention to what the stripers are feeding on and select lures or baits that mimic the size and color of the local forage.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Hawtree Creek.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Hawtree Creek should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for New York before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Hawtree Creek.

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