Lake Trout Stocked · 31 plants · last October 2025 Best: dawn Canandaigua Lake fishing
Canandaigua Lake fishing has Brown Trout and Lake Trout on the stocking report. Also recorded: Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, Yellow Perch, Rock Bass, and 6 more. It is stocked about 3.3 times a year since 2011, most often in April and October. Species guides list dawn, day, and dusk for Brown Trout, Chain Pickerel, and Yellow Perch, dawn for Lake Trout, and dawn and dusk for Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Largemouth Bass.
- Last stocked
- October 2025
- Lake Trout
- Plants on record
- 49
- Since 2011
- Species stocked
- 2 (+12 also recorded)
- Average size
- 7.4 in
- Elevation
- 688 ft
Fish at Canandaigua Lake
Lake Trout Stocked · 31 plants · last October 2025 Best: dawn 
Brown Trout Stocked · 18 plants · last May 2025 Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Rainbow Trout Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Rainbow Trout species guide
Smallmouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Smallmouth Bass species guide
Largemouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Largemouth Bass species guide
Chain Pickerel Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Chain Pickerel species guide
Yellow Perch Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Yellow Perch species guide
Rock Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Rock Bass species guide
Black Crappie Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Black Crappie species guide
Bluegill Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Bluegill species guide
Pumpkinseed Confirmed present Best: dusk Best: dusk
Pumpkinseed species guide
Brown Bullhead Confirmed present Best: dusk, night Best: dusk, night
Brown Bullhead species guide
Smelt Confirmed present Best: night Best: night
Smelt species guide Alewife Confirmed present
Canandaigua Lake is a popular fishing destination, known for its well-oxygenated and clear waters, with visibility up to 30 to 50 feet deep. The lake supports various salmonids like lake trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout. Anglers can also find largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and chain pickerel. Panfish such as yellow perch, blue gills, pumpkinseed, rock bass, black crappie, and bullheads are present, along with carp near public access points and stream beds. Fishing access is available from May to mid-October at Canandaigua Lake State Marine Park. (en.wikipedia.org, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Canandaigua Lake is stocked
Fish stocked in 2011
42,950
Fish stocked in 2012
43,290
Fish stocked in 2013
42,110
Fish stocked in 2014
43,090
Fish stocked in 2015
43,050
Fish stocked in 2016
43,100
Fish stocked in 2017
42,800
Fish stocked in 2018
43,160
Fish stocked in 2019
60,740
Fish stocked in 2020
81,820
Fish stocked in 2021
63,600
Fish stocked in 2022
36,200
Fish stocked in 2023
42,580
Fish stocked in 2024
40,820
Fish stocked in 2025
42,240
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 6.1 in | report |
| May 2025 | Brown Trout | 7,140 | 7.8 in | report |
| March 2025 | Lake Trout | 11,000 | 8 in | report |
| October 2024 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 6.5 in | report |
| April 2024 | Brown Trout | 7,280 | 8.8 in | report |
| April 2024 | Lake Trout | 9,440 | 7.3 in | report |
| October 2023 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 6.3 in | report |
| April 2023 | Lake Trout | 11,680 | 8.4 in | report |
| April 2023 | Brown Trout | 6,800 | 7.7 in | report |
| October 2022 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 6.5 in | report |
| May 2022 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 7.5 in | report |
| November 2021 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 5.9 in | report |
| June 2021 | Brown Trout | 2,500 | 9.5 in | report |
| June 2021 | Brown Trout | 18,000 | 2.3 in | report |
| April 2021 | Lake Trout | 11,560 | 8.7 in | report |
| April 2021 | Brown Trout | 7,440 | 7.6 in | report |
| October 2020 | Lake Trout | 22,000 | 6.3 in | report |
| June 2020 | Brown Trout | 38,660 | 3.9 in | report |
| March 2020 | Lake Trout | 11,560 | 8.1 in | report |
| March 2020 | Brown Trout | 9,600 | 7.9 in | report |
| November 2019 | Brown Trout | 17,450 | 6.2 in | report |
| October 2019 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 5.7 in | report |
| May 2019 | Brown Trout | 7,090 | 8.9 in | report |
| March 2019 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 8.1 in | report |
| October 2018 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 5.8 in | report |
| April 2018 | Brown Trout | 6,960 | 9 in | report |
| March 2018 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 8.2 in | report |
| October 2017 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 6 in | report |
| April 2017 | Brown Trout | 6,600 | 9.2 in | report |
| March 2017 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 8.7 in | report |
| October 2016 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 6.1 in | report |
| April 2016 | Brown Trout | 6,900 | 8.9 in | report |
| March 2016 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 8.3 in | report |
| October 2015 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 6.1 in | report |
| April 2015 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 8.5 in | report |
| April 2015 | Brown Trout | 6,850 | 8.5 in | report |
| October 2014 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 5.8 in | report |
| May 2014 | Brown Trout | 6,890 | 8.8 in | report |
| April 2014 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 8.7 in | report |
| October 2013 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 6.3 in | report |
| April 2013 | Brown Trout | 5,910 | 8.7 in | report |
| March 2013 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 8.1 in | report |
| November 2012 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 6.3 in | report |
| October 2012 | Lake Trout | 12,000 | 6.3 in | report |
| April 2012 | Brown Trout | 7,090 | 8.8 in | report |
| March 2012 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 7.9 in | report |
| October 2011 | Lake Trout | 24,100 | 5.7 in | report |
| April 2011 | Lake Trout | 12,100 | 7.9 in | report |
| April 2011 | Brown Trout | 6,750 | 8.9 in | report |
Access and facts
- Nearest town
- Canandaigua
- Shore access
- Yes
- Boat ramp
- Yes
- Float tube friendly
- Yes
- ADA accessible
- Yes
- Facilities
- dock, restrooms
Main launches: the State Marine Park at the north end (Routes 5 and 20, 110 trailer spots, fee) and DEC's Woodville site on Route 21 north of Naples (86 spots, no fee, accessible dock). Shore fishing at the Marine Park, Onanda Park and the City of Canandaigua pier.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation before you go.
About Canandaigua Lake
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Common questions
What fish are at Canandaigua Lake?
Fishing Canandaigua Lake usually means Lake Trout: Lake Trout accounts for 31 of 49 plants on record, ahead of Brown Trout. Lake Trout was last stocked October 2025, averaging 7.1 in. Brown Trout was last stocked May 2025, averaging 7.9 in. Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, and Chain Pickerel, plus 8 more are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Canandaigua Lake stocked?
Last stocked October 2025. It is stocked about 3.3 times a year since 2011, most often in April and October.
How big are the fish stocked at Canandaigua Lake?
Stocked fish average 7.4 in. Lake Trout average 7.1 in. Brown Trout average 7.9 in.
How do you get on Canandaigua Lake?
Shore fishing is available, there is a boat ramp, it is float tube friendly, and it is ADA accessible. The nearest town is Canandaigua. Facilities include dock and restrooms. Main launches: the State Marine Park at the north end (Routes 5 and 20, 110 trailer spots, fee) and DEC's Woodville site on Route 21 north of Naples (86 spots, no fee, accessible dock). Shore fishing at the Marine Park, Onanda Park and the City of Canandaigua pier.