Fishing Neversink Reservoir in Sullivan County, New York

• Overview

  Neversink Reservoir lies within the bounds of Sullivan County, New York. It stands 1,398 feet above sea level. Surface area runs to roughly 2.4 sq miles, so plan for one area rather than the whole. Around 12 miles of bank, which is a long day on foot. Among the waters listed for Sullivan County, none is wider. Some 5.2 miles away sits Liberty, the nearest settlement. The big place round here is Paterson, 68 miles distant. The nearest edge is a long way off, so local rules apply throughout.

• Where to Fish on Neversink Reservoir

  Depth is not on record here, so the bank has to tell you. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Species logged across Sullivan County include brown trout, brook trout, smallmouth bass, white sucker and rainbow trout. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. At Neversink Reservoir light and wind decide more than tackle does.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Between January at about 22°F and July at about 68°F, the water has a wide range to work through. A solid cap is the normal state through winter. The open season starts with the thaw, near enough early April. Going by climate averages, expect open water from about early April until roughly mid December. From the thaw to midsummer the fishing improves week by week. It sets the rhythm of the year at Neversink Reservoir.

• Tackle & Baits

  Our records carry no access rule either way. Lindholm Road Unit runs up to the bank here, which usually means extra restrictions. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. State or provincial rules still apply whatever the bank status. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. If the gate is shut, Kees Lake at 2.7 miles is the nearest alternative. For Neversink Reservoir, the notice at the access point is the final word.