Schoharie Reservoir
Physical Features:
Elevation: 1,131 feet
Area: 1,112 acres
Shoreline Length: 14.8 miles
Length: 4 miles
Max Depth: 120 feet
Mean Depth: 56 feet
County & Town: Schoharie County, Towns of Gilboa and Conesville
Aquatic Plant Life:
Minimal rooted aquatic vegetation.
Access:
NYC DEP Access Permit required. Numerous NYC DEP designated boat launches. Row boats only and must be registered and inspected by NYC DEP. No motors allowed. Majority of shoreline is accessible through NYC DEP land.
Visit the NYC DEP website (leaves DEC website) for more access details and information on obtaining an access permit.
Fish Species:
Alewife, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, Chain Pickerel, Common Carp, Golden Shiner, Emerald Shiner, Common Shiner, Spottail Shiner, Spotfin Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Rudd, White Sucker, Brown Bullhead, White Perch, Rock Bass, Pumpkinseed, Bluegill, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Walleye
Fishing:
Schoharie Reservoir is most popular for its walleye fishing, but don't overlook the trout and abundant panfish population that can provide some good action. The reservoir is stocked annually with approximately 20,000 walleye 1-2" in length.
Ice Fishing:
Prohibited.
Regulations:
Special Fishing Regulations Apply.
