Purdy Pond, New York: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Westchester County in New York is where Purdy Pond sits. It sits 2.1 miles in from the sea. At 3 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. On size it sits at the modest end of our Westchester County list. The nearest place of any size is Ossining, 1.8 miles away. Beyond it, Croton-on-Hudson at 2.9 miles and Briarcliff Manor at 3 miles. Being near a boundary, it pays to know which side you are fishing.

• Where to Fish on Purdy Pond

  No depth figure appears in our records, so the bank has to tell you. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Inflow corners move water, and moving water gathers fish. Across Westchester County, recorded fish include common carp, striped bass and bluegill. It is the county picture; the agency list is water-specific. Treat Purdy Pond as a water to read rather than to cover.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Climate records put July near 73°F and January near 28°F. In milder years the surface never sets. In milder years the edges alone go, and the middle never sets. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. On Purdy Pond the same rules apply, with local timing. Wind on the bank for a day or two lifts the fishing there.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. Sunny Ridge Parking offers parking about half a mile from the water. Sunny Ridge Preserve covers ground next to the water; its rules will apply on that side. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Sort the permit out before you load the car. Fishing rules and camping rules are set separately here. The nearest alternative is Rockhill Pond, 0.6 miles out. For Purdy Pond in particular, ask before you travel.