Waterbody · New York
Horseshoe Lake Fishing Regulations 2026
Horseshoe Lake fishing regulations in 2026: top targets are largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, yellow perch. 28 current rules across 6 species from DEC.
Rules (28)
DEC regulates 28 rules across 6 species at this water.
Yellow Perch
Canadarago LakeOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
All year
Goodyear LakeOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
All year
Great Lakes & TributariesOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 50 fish
All year Yellow Perch All year None 50
Lake Ontario, St. Lawrence River, And Their TributariesOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 50
except Yellow Perch may be taken in any number in Jefferson County, except Sandy Pond
Walleye
Horseshoe LakeIn season
- Season opens
- May 1
- Season closes
- Mar 15
- Daily bag
- 3 fish/day
- Min size
- 18"
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Chain Pickerel
All Species
FAQ
Who regulates fishing on Horseshoe Lake?
DEC regulates fishing on Horseshoe Lake.
What species can I target on Horseshoe Lake?
Horseshoe Lake is best known for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, yellow perch. Other species are present and tracked in the rule tables below.
Where should I verify these rules?
These rules summarize DEC's published content. Always confirm with the official source before keeping a catch.
Reference only. Regulations change mid-season. Always verify with the official source before keeping a catch.