Catfish Fishing in New York
Where, when, and how to catch catfish in New York — plus local guides and current regulations.
Fishing Charters in New York
Browse fishing charters available in New York.
Momentum Charters
Montauk, New York
Captain Nick Charters
Hampton Bays, New York
I'm Capt. Nick I do fishing charters in Suffolk County on Long Island. Fluke, striped bass, bluefish, and bay sunset cruises
Tide Hustle
Greenport, New York
Tide Hustle is an open boat and private charter fishing boat in Greenport, NY. Tide Hustle fishes for porgies, weakfish, striped bass, blackfish and other local fish. You can buy a single ticket or book the whole boat!
Lake Runner Charters
Hamlin, New York
Lake Runner charters offers Private Group and Family Fishing Charters for up to 6 passengers. Fishing Lake Ontario New York for Salmon, Trout, Kings and more.
Rebel Fishing Charters
Hilton, New York
Zrg Fishing
Chaumont, New York
Second Choice Charters
Montauk, New York
Nova Sport Fishing
Dunkirk, New York
Knot Right Fishing Charter
Westfield, New York
Fishooker Charter Service
Montauk, New York
Dixons To The Point Charters
East Hampton, New York
Fly Fishing in Montauk and the Florida Keys
Fin Alley Fishing Charters
Hampton Bays, New York
Fin Alley is an offshore fishing charter boat in Long Island, NY that targets bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, big eye tuna, albacore, mahi, and marlin.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Catfish
Catfish fishing in NY: focus on seasonal forage and water conditions near Buffalo. Use natural presentations and adjust depth with temperature and current.
How to Catch Catfish
Catfish Fishing Regulations in New York
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Some waters may have specific regulations; check local rules.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the New York state wildlife agency before fishing.
Popular Cities for Catfish Fishing in New York
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to catch Catfish in New York?
The best months for Catfish in New York are April, May, June, September, October, November.
What are the Catfish fishing regulations in New York?
In New York, the season is year-round, the daily bag limit is No limit, the minimum size is No size limit. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the New York wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Catfish in New York?
Freshwater fishing license. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
Where is the best Catfish fishing in New York?
Popular Catfish destinations in New York with local charter guides include Oswego, Plattsburgh, Rochester, Buffalo.