Plan a Fishing Trip to Buffalo, NY

1 guideBest months: May, June, April, July

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What's Biting in Buffalo Right Now

Walleye

ExcellentVarious

Largemouth Bass

Excellentfreshwater

Spinning, Baitcasting, Fly Fishing

Perch

Excellentfreshwater

Jigging, Live Bait, Spinners

Crappie

Excellentfreshwater

Jigging, Live Bait Fishing, Casting

Northern Pike

ExcellentVarious

Yellow Perch

ExcellentVarious

Rainbow Trout

ExcellentVarious

Brook Trout

ExcellentVarious

Cutthroat Trout

ExcellentVarious

Brown Trout

ExcellentVarious

Muskie

Goodfreshwater

Casting, Trolling, Figure Eight Retrieve

Catfish

Goodfreshwater

Bottom Fishing, Jug Fishing, Rod and Reel

Sand Seatrout

GoodVarious

Smallmouth Bass

Goodfreshwater

Casting, Fly Fishing, Jigging

Smelt

GoodVarious

Mountain Whitefish

GoodVarious

Muskellunge

GoodVarious

Lake Trout

GoodVarious

Lake Whitefish

GoodVarious

Cisco

FairVarious

Kokanee Salmon

FairVarious

Atlantic Salmon

FairVarious

What's Biting By Month

Peak

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Top Fishing Guides in Buffalo

Riverborn Fishing Company

5(10)Top Rated

Fishing Charter trips in the Buffalo, New York region. Covering Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, and Niagara River. Join us for an adventure!

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For Your Target Species

Crawler Harness

Spinner harness rigs for trolling with live bait

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Walleye Crankbaits

Deep-diving crankbaits for trolling ledges and humps

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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack

Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray

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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray

Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions

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Trip Essentials

Fishing Pliers

Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter

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Waterproof Dry Bag

Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry

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Things to Do in Buffalo

Activities for your non-fishing days

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

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New York Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

During the closed season (December 1 - June 14), catch and release only is allowed using artificial lures.