Fishing Charters in New York
Browse fishing charters in New York that can help you catch muskellunge.
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.
Best Time to Catch Muskellunge
Peak season: May, June. Also good: April, July, August, September, October. Right now in June, activity is excellent.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Muskellunge
Muskellunge is a popular gamefish species.
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How to Catch Muskellunge
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Muskellunge Fishing Regulations in New York
Open Season
Varies by water body; check regulations
Daily Bag Limit
1 per day
Size Limit
40-inch minimum (Lake Erie: 48-inch minimum)
License Required
Freshwater Fishing License
Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to statewide rules. Some waters may have higher minimum sizes.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the New York state wildlife agency before fishing.
Related Species in New York
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to catch Muskellunge in Buffalo, NY?
The best months for Muskellunge in Buffalo are May, June. As of June, activity is rated excellent.
What are the Muskellunge fishing regulations in New York?
In New York, the season is varies by water body; check regulations, the daily bag limit is 1 per day, the minimum size is 40-inch minimum (Lake Erie: 48-inch minimum). 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 Muskellunge 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.
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