Great Sacandaga Lake
A large reservoir in the southern Adirondacks formed by Conklingville Dam on the Sacandaga River, near Northville and Broadalbin. It is known for big northern pike, including the old 46 lb state record, plus walleye and strong smallmouth fishing.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Walleye
Natural, plentiful population. Fish main-lake points and drop-offs at low light.
Northern Pike
Very large pike live here. Big spoons and swimbaits along weed edges and creek mouths; good through the ice.
Smallmouth Bass
Among the best fishing on the lake in recent years. Rocky points and shoals with tubes and drop shots.
Yellow Perch
Popular through the ice. Small jigs and minnows on flats.
Rainbow Trout
Stocked each year in the deeper parts of the lake. Troll spoons in summer.
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Northville Boat LaunchPublicNYSDEC. Off Route 30. Hard ramp, parking for 60 cars and trailersDirections ↗
- Broadalbin Boat LaunchPublicNYSDEC. Off County Route 110, about 3 miles northeast of Broadalbin. Hard ramp, parking for 60Directions ↗
- Town of Day Boat LaunchPublicNYSDEC. North Shore Rd, Saratoga County. Hard ramp, parking for 40Directions ↗
- Northampton Beach CampgroundFeeNYSDEC campground and day use area south of Northville. Launch, shore fishingDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Special rules for this lake, confirmed from official state regulations. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| All species (tributaries) Tributaries except the Sacandaga River, from mouth upstream to the first road bridge | See New York rules book ↗ | Closed Mar 16-Apr 30 |
| All species Ice fishing permitted on the lake | Statewide | Statewide |
Other species in this lake: look up the limits at New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
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Search more bait shops near Great Sacandaga Lake ↗Local tips
- The lake is drawn down a lot over fall and winter, so ramps and shallow flats change through the year.
- Tributaries (except the Sacandaga River) are closed to fishing from March 16 to April 30, from the mouth up to the first road bridge.
- Ice fishing is allowed and popular for pike, walleye and perch. Check ice carefully since levels are being lowered.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.