Upper Ashokan Reservoir

Set in New York, United States, Upper Ashokan Reservoir is a reservoir that holds the typical mix of warm-water and cool-water species you'd expect for the area. Anglers fishing Upper Ashokan Reservoir usually focus their effort on transitions: the edges of weed beds, points that stick out into deeper water, and the shaded sides of any inflow. Early morning and the last hour of light tend to be the most productive windows on a body of water this size.

Location

41.9654, -74.2413 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Smallmouth bassBrown troutRainbow troutLargemouth bassRock bassWhite sucker

Fishing Techniques

• For Smallmouth bass

  Focus your fishing efforts around rocky structures, ledges, and areas with current, as smallmouth bass prefer these habitats.

• For Brown trout

  When fishing streams, focus on seams and current breaks, where trout hold to ambush prey.

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Upper Ashokan Reservoir.

Plan Your Trip

Planning a trip to Upper Ashokan Reservoir? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. United States regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Upper Ashokan Reservoir — confirm them ahead of time.

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