Campfire Lake Fishing Guide, Westchester County, New York

• Overview

  Look for Campfire Lake in Westchester County, New York. It lies 358 feet above sea level. At 12 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. The closest town, Briarcliff Manor, is 1.9 miles away. Further out sit Chappaqua (2.4 miles) and Pleasantville (2.7 miles). The county line runs close by, so rules can change within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Campfire Lake

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. County-wide records name common carp, striped bass, bluegill, brown trout and largemouth bass. The county figures include rivers and lakes alike. On Campfire Lake the obvious spot is not always the productive one.

• Seasonal Patterns

  In an average year July sits at 73°F and January at 27°F. The year gives four workable seasons without severe ends. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Expect Campfire Lake to follow that timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  The paperwork position is blank for this one. There is a car park half a mile from the bank. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. Failing this one, try Echo Lake, 0.7 miles away. Treat Campfire Lake as unsettled until someone local tells you otherwise.