Arnold Lake

Species at Arnold Lake

Smallmouth bassLargemouth bassRock bassBluegillBrown bullheadBrown trout+1 more in the app

Map

Depth contours are drawn where survey data exists for this water. View on OpenStreetMap →

Nearby waters

1. Goey Pondlake3.0 km
2. Crumhorn Lakelake9.0 km
3. Gilbert Lakelake11 km
4. Goodyear Lakelake11 km
5. Wilber Lakelake11 km
6. Lake of the Twin Fawnslake11 km
7. Susquehanna Riverriver12 km
8. Whitney Brookstream12 km

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About Arnold Lake

Anglers know Arnold Lake as one of the lesser-trafficked lakes of New York, United States. The standard playbook on a lake this size is to start shallow at first light, work outward toward deeper water as the sun climbs, and circle back to the shallows before dusk. Surface activity at Arnold Lake is a useful tell — boils, swirls, and rising baitfish point straight at the predator zone.

Reference: Wikipedia

Fishing Techniques

• For Smallmouth bass

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

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

• For Rock bass

  Rock bass often hold near structure; target rocky areas, docks, and submerged timber by casting close to these locations and varying your retrieve.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Arnold Lake.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Arnold Lake, make sure your licence covers New York, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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