Lake George

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Lake George in New York's Adirondack Mountains, often called the "Queen of American Lakes," is a pristine 32-mile-long natural lake spanning 28,451 acres with a maximum depth of 187 feet. This remarkable two-story fishery supports both cold and warm-water species, making it one of the Northeast's premier fishing destinations. The lake's crystal-clear waters, fed by mountain streams and springs, maintain excellent water quality that sustains 36 different fish species. From the shallow bays perfect for bass fishing to the deep northern basin ideal for lake trout and salmon, Lake George offers diverse angling opportunities year-round, including exceptional ice fishing during winter months.

Alaska licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Lake George and what's needed to catch them.

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Pygmy Whitefish

Prosopium coulterii

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lake George. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Million Dollar Beach: DEC boat launch with accessible shore fishing for bass, perch, and lake trout near Lake George Village.

The Narrows: Scenic area with islands and coves perfect for bass and panfish, with deeper waters nearby for trout.

Northwest Bay: One of the best bass fishing locations with excellent structure and vegetation.

Silver Bay: Deep-water fishing spot known for lake trout and landlocked salmon.

Diamond Island: Deep-water location for targeting lake trout and landlocked salmon.

Bolton Landing: Prime fishing area with boat launch access to deep waters for pike, trout, and bass.

Rogers Rock: Popular destination with deep, clear waters known for lake trout and bass, featuring a DEC boat launch.

Dunham's Bay: Shallow, weedy area perfect for pike, perch, and largemouth bass.

Know where you can legally fish on Lake George

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Alaska licenses and regulations

Alaska Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Alaska Fishing License

All residents age 18 or older and nonresidents age 16 or older must purchase and possess a sport fishing license to participate in Alaska sport and personal use fisheries. In addition, a king salmon stamp is required to fish for king salmon (except king salmon in stocked lakes). These laws apply in both fresh and marine waters.

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Alaska Fishing Regulations

This state has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this state is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Alaska Stream Access Laws

The Alaska Constitution and state statutes protect the public's right to use navigable or public waters. Under Alaska law, ownership of uplands adjacent to navigable or public water does not grant an exclusive right to use the water or to control public use of the water, even if the title includes the submerged land

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Take Lake George with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

Use the map without signal
Download the map around Lake George to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Lake George to find where and when fish are biting for you.
HD depth charts from Garmin
Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.