What is the best bait for brook trout?

Brook trout can be taken on a variety of live baits, including earthworms, mayflies, various fly larvae, wax worms, grasshoppers and crickets, minnows and fish eggs. These baits are best set on hooks ranging from size 6 through 14, depending on the type and size of live bait being used.

Where is the best trout fishing in New York State?

5 Great New York Trout Streams

• UPPER GENESEE RIVER. When I ask fly-fishing friends about the upper Genesee River, they often act puzzled.
• OWASCO INLET.
• NINE MILE CREEK.
• CHITTENANGO CREEK.
• CHATEAUGAY RIVER.

Are brook trout easy to catch?

With many notable exceptions, brookies are pretty easy. While they can be found in a variety of water bodies, including lakes, ponds, and large rivers, their need for clean and cold water means they do best in small, fast-moving streams.

What time of day is best for trout fishing?

The best time of day to catch trout is early morning from dawn until 2 hours after sunrise and the second-best time of day is late afternoon from 3 hours prior to sunset until dusk.

Where can I trout fish in upstate NY?

Get more information on trout fishing season dates and minimum keep and daily limit.

• Salmon River. Franklin County, NY.
• Ausable River. Essex, Clinton County, NY.
• Black River. Lewis County, NY.
• Paradox Lake. Essex County, NY.
• Brant Lake. Warren County, NY.
• Indian River. Hamilton County, NY.
• Saranac River.

What trout are native to New York?

Brook trout are native to the state and are New York State’s official state fish. Brook trout generally live in small-to moderate-sized streams, lakes, and ponds, wherever cool (below 72 degrees Fahrenheit) water is available.

Where do brook trout go in the winter?

Trout and other stream fish prefer to spend winter in habitats with large deep pools and boulders and survive well under stationary ice. Groundwater inputs provide access to warm water and can support aggregations of larger fish.