Dark Skies Fly Fishing - New York State Fly Fishing Guide
I met the creator of this website / magazine at a Trout Unlimited meeting. Ralph has done a great job creating these resources. Recently he sent out an email regarding a.series of state by state fly fishing guides that I thought might be of interest to our membership.
8/15/20262 min read
Hi Everyone,
One of the features of our newly-designed website is our state pages. Over the years, we've written and published articles about dozens of destinations throughout the region. These state pages better organize the content relating to each specific state.
One that we put a lot of work into the past couple months is New York. For this, I have to give a huge shoutout to two of our regular contributors who are also Empire State natives:
Rob Streeter who wrote the original fly fishing guide to New York back in 2000, which was the first guidebook ever published on fishing New York waters. Also check out his new book The Great Fly Fishing Road Trip: Finding the DIY Adventures of a Lifetime available to purchase on his website.
Aaron Hardy who lives and guides in the Adirondacks. Aaron has written several articles about the Adirondacks for the magazine and you can now read some of his work on our website, too.
Start with Our Complete Guide to Fly Fishing New York
If you're wondering where to begin, our Complete Guide to Fly Fishing New York is the perfect starting point. It covers the state's major fisheries, seasonal opportunities, and regional destinations, making it easier than ever to plan your next adventure.
Dive Deeper into New York's Legendary Waters
Discover the "Best Trout Streams in New York: 10 Rivers to Fly Fish in the Empire State."
Looking for more detailed information? We've also published in-depth articles covering some of New York's most iconic fisheries, including:
Each guide explores what makes these waters unique, when to fish them, and what you can expect before you make the trip.
Find Your Next Destination
Whether you're chasing wild brook trout in remote mountain streams, casting to selective Catskill browns, or battling hard-fighting salmon on Lake Ontario tributaries, New York has something for every fly angler.
If you haven't explored this section of the website yet, now is the perfect time. We hope these resources inspire your next adventure and help you discover a few new waters along the way.
Please note: Our state pages are a work in progress, so check back often as we add new waters to explore in the future!
Thank you for your support of Dark Skies Fly Fishing. Enjoy the rest of your week.
~ Ralph Scherder
Owner/Publisher