Chautauqua LakeFishing
Chautauqua Lake fishing & fish stocking
Fish stocking records and fishing regulations for Chautauqua Lake in New York. See the latest stockings below — which species were added, how many, and when — plus size and creel limits and where to get your New York fishing license.
Regulations
New York State DEC
Statewide freshwater seasons apply — verify DEC's current-year Freshwater Fishing Regulations Guide for any local exceptions
| Species | Min. length | Daily creel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muskellunge | 40" | 1 | Statewide baseline; season June 1–Nov 30 — Chautauqua Lake is one of NY's premier muskellunge fisheries |
| Walleye | 15" | 5 | Statewide baseline; season May 1–Mar 15 |
| Black bass | 12" | 5 | Statewide baseline; season June 15–Nov 30, catch-and-release only Dec 1–June 14 |
Get your fishing license
Buy or renew a license for Chautauqua Lake through the state portal.