Artist Lake, Middle Island
Fishing Information
Artist Lake is a glacial kettlehole lake located directly south of Middle Country Road (Route 25) in Middle Island. The fishing is good, but anglers looking to escape civilization will not appreciate the nearby traffic and shopping center.
Artist Lake holds a diverse warmwater fish community including largemouth bass and pickerel. It is also one of Long Island's better waters for crappie and perch.
Physical Features:
Area: 30 acres
Maximum depth: 9 feet
Species Present (naturally reproducing):
Largemouth Bass
Chain Pickerel
Bluegill
Pumpkinseed
Black Crappie
Yellow Perch
White Perch
Brown Bullhead
Species Present (stocked):
None. Suffolk County stocking information
Regulations:
For a more complete listing see Suffolk County Special Regulations.
Public Access:
Access is via Town of Brookhaven park located directly off of Middle Country Road.
Directions: Take Route 25 to Middle Island; lake is on the south side of the road opposite K-Mart.
Restrictions: Hand launched boats are allowed; shoreline access is available but limited.
Health Advisories: No specific advisory.
