Blydenburgh Lake, Smithtown

Fishing Information

Blydenburgh Lake, also known as Stump, New Mill or Weld's Pond, is located within Blydenburgh County Park in Smithtown. Fed by the headwaters of the Nissequogue River, it is one of the least developed and most picturesque ponds on Long Island.

Blydenburgh Lake contains a variety of fish species but is best known for its largemouth bass. Bass fishing has been consistently good over the years with volunteer angler diary cooperators reporting catch rates between 0.4 and 1 bass per hour. Fishing for perch and sunfish is also excellent.

The shoreline of Blydenburgh Lake is a well balanced mix of undisturbed fish habitat and access points for shore based anglers.

Physical Features:

Area: 100 acres
Maximum depth: 8 feet

Species Present (naturally reproducing):

Largemouth Bass
Bluegill
Pumpkinseed
Brown Bullhead
Yellow Perch

Species Present (stocked):

None. Suffolk County stocking information

Regulations:

For a more complete listing see Suffolk County Special Regulations

Public Access:

Suffolk County Park. A Suffolk County Green Key is required for entry into the park and a seasonal parking fee may apply.

For more information call Blydenburgh County Park at (631) 854-3713 or go to Suffolk County Parks' web site: www.co.suffolk.ny.us/exec/parks/. Access to the lake is via many dirt footpaths located around the perimeter of the lake.

Directions: There are two entrances to the park. The main entrance is off of 454 (Veterans Highway) across from the Denison Building in Hauppague and the other is off of New Mill Road just south of Jericho Turnpike (Route 25) in Smithtown.

Restrictions: Although private boats are prohibited, the park does rent rowboats seasonally, usually from Memorial Day through Labor Day, call the park for further details. Additionally shoreline access is available and wading is permitted. The park is closed from dawn to dusk.

Health Advisories: No specific advisory.