The 100th Street Pool is one of the smallest and perhaps lesser-known fishable waterbodies in Central Park. Though it may not attract as many anglers as The Lake or the Harlem Meer, the 100th Street Pool presents a unique opportunity to target several species within a concentrated area.
Physical Features
Area: 1.6 acres
Average depth: two - three feet
Access
Anglers looking to fish the 100th Street Pool can find the best access along the southern shoreline. Additional fishing access is available in select areas along the northern shoreline.
Fishing Information
Panfish species such as bluegill, pumpkinseed, or black crappie can be caught using a typical bobber rig baited with a small piece of worm or soft plastic. Targeting them in the spring should produce the best results. For largemouth bass, try throwing a Texas or wacky-rigged plastic worm near shade lines or vegetation. If vegetation is too dense, consider throwing a weedless topwater frog to trigger a bite.
Fish Species
Largemouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, black crappie, brown bullhead, and golden shiner
Special Regulations
Special regulations apply. See Special Fishing Regulations for NYC.
New York City Department of Parks and Recreation rules require the use of non-lead weights (under 1/2 ounce) and barbless hooks.
Fishery Highlights and Reports
Results from a spring 2022 boat electrofishing survey indicate the current 100th Street Pool fish population offers good fishing opportunities for quality-size largemouth bass as well as pumpkinseed and black crappie. Full findings can be found in the 100th Street Pool Technical Brief (PDF).
