Physical Features:
Area: 19 acres
Maximum depth: 6 feet
Access:
Town of Brookhaven Park with playground and picnic area.
Directions: Upper Yaphank Lake is part of the Carmans River system located north of exit 66 of the Long Island Expressway and west of Yaphank Avenue (Route 21).
Restrictions: Hand launched boats are allowed; some shoreline access is available.
Fish Species:
Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Brown Bullhead, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout.
Fishing:
Upper Yaphank Lake is populated with a mix of warmwater fish species and is also stocked with trout to provide additional fishing during the cooler months of the year.
Regulations:
Statewide Fishing Regulations Apply
Health Advice on Eating Fish You Catch:
Visit NYS Department of Health website for health advice on eating fish you catch.