Fishing At Great Sacandaga Lake

AKA: The Great Sacandaga

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, redbreast sunfish, rock bass, yellow perch and northern pike at Great Sacandaga Lake in New York.

Well served by marinas, Great Sacandaga Lake is an ideal destination for boating, particularly if you enjoy fishing. This 27,000-acre lake, in the east-central part of the state, is loaded with numerous species of fish. Bass enthusiasts can work the 125 miles of shoreline in search of both largemouth and smallmouth bass. The lake is stocked with 12,000 rainbow trout annually, as are some brown trout. Additionally the lake sports quality schools of walleye, big northern pike and several sunfish species. There are 4 boat launches on the lake to serve the boating public, plus areas for portage of canoes, kayaks and row boats. Rental boats, camping, RV hookups, supplies, lodging and dining are all easily accessible around the lake. Ice fishing for most of the species in the lake is permitted once the ice is safe.

Primary fish species residing in Great Sacandaga Lake

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Great Sacandaga Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Broadalbin Public Boat Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off Boat Launch Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Northampton Beach Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, off Houseman Street, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Sacandaga Lake Boat Launch
Located in the northeast section of the lake, west side, off N Shore Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Sacandaga Lake DEC Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, off State Route 30, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.