Orleans County Sportfishing

Year round sportfishing! The open waters of Lake Ontario and the tributaries of Orleans County offer outstanding year-round trout and salmon fishing - it's a top tier fishing destination! Along with prolific warm water inland action, Orleans County is a mecca for young and old, novice and experienced.

There is a diverse fishery on Lake Ontario, and this is especially true of the Orleans County, NY open lake and tributary waters. Shore casters, wading anglers, small boat in-shore trollers or boaters rigged to handle the big off-shore waters – Orleans County has something for you!

For warm water anglers, the lake and tribs provide find Smallmouth Bass fishing and Perch fishing in Spring and Fall can be excellent. But where the Orleans County waters really shine is for the fantastic year-round cold-water trout and salmon species like King (Chinook) salmon, Coho (Silver) salmon, Atlantic Salmon, Steelhead (Rainbow Trout), Brown Trout and Lake Trout.

A great fishery means little if you do not have the support facilities. Orleans County shines with full-service marinas, well stocked tackle shops, unique restaurants and shopping. Multiple lodging options offer a comfortable place to lay your head at night after an exciting day of fishing.

Located in the Greater Niagara USA Region between Niagara Falls & Rochester, along the banks of Lake Ontario and the Erie Canal. It’s never too soon to get hooked on fishing….and make memories that matter!

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