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Planning your next fishing trip in Rochester, United States ? Today is a poor day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Rochester, New York offers exceptional year-round fishing on Lake Ontario, the Genesee River, and nearby Finger Lakes, drawing anglers for trophy trout, salmon, bass, and panfish. From pier fishing at the Port of Rochester to trolling deep water offshore, this region provides diverse fishing opportunities for both boat and shore anglers. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Rochester include: Lake Ontario, Irondequoit Bay, Genesee River, Rochester Harbor, Sodus Bay, Ontario Beach Park, Braddock Bay, Oak Orchard Creek, Sandy Creek, Conesus Lake, etc. see full list

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 14:58 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
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  • First Quarter Moon - 42% illuminated First Quarter Moon
Next Full Moon in ~9 days on 29th July
  • Distance to earth:
    392,440 km
    Proximity:
    31.1 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Rochester
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Wed, 29 Jul
New Moon
Wed, 12 Aug
Full Moon
Fri, 28 Aug

Solunar Bite Times

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All times are displayed in the America/New_York timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -4 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a First Quarter Moon at 42% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a poor day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Today some bite times coincide with sunrise or sunset. Those will be particularly good times for fishing and are indicated by sun icons. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -1 hour. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/New_York • Mon, 20 Jul 21:47 • 43.155, -77.616
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Rochester

Rochester, NY fishing centers on Lake Ontario, the Genesee River, and easy access to the western Finger Lakes, creating a tightly packed mix of coldwater and warmwater opportunities. The Port of Rochester, Charlotte Pier, Ontario Beach and the lower Genesee are prime shore-fishing hubs, while multiple launches east and west of the city put boaters quickly onto salmon, trout and bass water.

Spring fishing around Rochester kicks off with shoreline trolling and casting on Lake Ontario. Brown trout stack along the colored, slightly warmer water between Irondequoit Bay and Braddock Bay, often in 8–25 feet. Flatline stickbaits and small spoons pulled tight to shore at 1.8–2.2 mph take browns, coho and the occasional early king. In the Genesee River and Irondequoit Creek, steelhead push in on snowmelt; spawn bags, beads, and marabou jigs under floats work well in the deeper runs and tailouts. As water climbs into the 50s, smallmouth bass wake up on rocky points and breakwalls—tube jigs, hair jigs and blade baits shine.

Summer patterns move the action deeper. Lake Ontario’s salmon and lake trout off Rochester slide offshore to the 200–400 foot zone or wherever the thermal break sets up. Expect a spread of downriggers, wire divers, and copper or leadcore lines pulling flasher-fly combos and spoons. Early and late in the day, work the top 60 feet for active kings; mid-day, drop presentations closer to the cold water. Inside 60 feet, evening casting with crankbaits and swimbaits around the pier heads can produce brown trout, smallmouth and the odd walleye. Warmwater fans find steady panfish action in Irondequoit Bay—target weed edges with slip floats, small jigs and live bait for bluegill, pumpkinseed and crappie, while weedline spinnerbaits and frogs tempt largemouth bass.

Fall brings some of Rochester’s best-known fishing. Chinook and coho salmon stage off the Genesee River mouth before running upstream, and trollers work high-contrast spoons and plugs in 20–80 feet for staging fish. Casting heavy spoons, crankbaits and skein from the piers and river walls can connect with fresh kings. As temperatures drop, brown trout and steelhead move into the lower river, responding to egg sacs, beads and single-egg flies. On Lake Ontario structure, smallmouth push shallow again; finesse jigs, Ned rigs, and jerkbaits along rock transitions are reliable producers.

Winter fishing in the Rochester area focuses on river and, when safe, bay and inland lake ice. The lower Genesee can hold winter steelhead in slower, deeper pools—present small spawn bags or jig-and-waxworm combos under a float with light leaders. Irondequoit Bay may offer ice fishing in colder winters; anglers typically target perch and panfish with small spoons and tungsten jigs tipped with spikes or plastics. Always treat any ice on the bays and Finger Lakes with caution and verify conditions locally.

Tactical tips for the Rochester region:

  • Use water color to your advantage on Lake Ontario—slightly stained green water near creek mouths often outproduces clear water for browns and spring kings.
  • When trolling, keep a wide spread and watch your speed closely; subtle changes of 0.2–0.3 mph can trigger neutral salmon.
  • On the Genesee, focus on current seams, eddies, and the heads and tails of pools for steelhead and browns, adjusting float depth frequently until you tap bottom occasionally.
  • For smallmouth around Rochester’s Lake Ontario shore, downsize and slow down when the bite gets tough—3–4 inch tubes, dropshot minnows, and light fluorocarbon often outfish bigger baits.

With consistent access, multiple habitat types and strong stocking support, the Rochester area remains one of the most dependable multi-species fisheries on Lake Ontario.

The Best Fishing Spots around Rochester

Lake Ontario

The Rochester shoreline of Lake Ontario is a marquee fishery for Chinook and coho salmon, brown trout, steelhead, lake trout, and abundant smallmouth bass; spring browns cruise nearshore, summer kings stage in deeper water, and fall runs push toward river mouths. Trollers and jigging anglers work breaks and temperature lines offshore, while shore anglers score at harbor mouths and piers near Rochester Harbor and Ontario Beach Park.

Irondequoit Bay

Irondequoit Bay is a protected, highly productive bay connected to Lake Ontario, famous for largemouth bass, northern pike, perch, crappie, and seasonal runs of trout and salmon near the outlet. Weedlines, drop-offs, and docks hold fish from spring through fall, with solid winter panfish action when conditions allow; it’s minutes from downtown and pairs well with nearby Genesee River or Braddock Bay outings.

Genesee River

Flowing through Rochester into Lake Ontario, the lower Genesee River offers excellent shore and boat access for migrating Chinook and coho salmon, brown trout, and steelhead in fall and spring, plus smallmouth bass, walleye, and catfish in warmer months. Current seams, walls, and eddies near the lower river and falls area are prime, with quick cross-overs to the lakefront at Rochester Harbor.

Rochester Harbor

Rochester Harbor at the mouth of the Genesee River is a classic convergence zone where salmonids stack during migrations and baitfish attract smallmouth bass, browns, and occasional walleye. Anglers fish from piers, breakwalls, and boats, targeting seams and riprap; it’s a hub that connects quickly to Lake Ontario, Ontario Beach Park, and the lower Genesee River.

Sodus Bay

One of the largest bays on Lake Ontario, Sodus Bay is renowned for largemouth bass, northern pike, perch, and panfish, with nearby lake access for salmon and trout. Extensive weeds, docks, and expansive flats fish well from spring through fall; visiting anglers often combine a Sodus trip with stops at Irondequoit Bay or the main lake out of Rochester Harbor.

Ontario Beach Park

Ontario Beach Park provides popular shoreline and pier access at the mouth of the Genesee, where anglers catch seasonal salmon, brown trout, and steelhead, plus smallmouth bass and panfish. Casting spoons, plugs, and live bait along the piers and surf is productive, with quick proximity to Rochester Harbor and the broader waters of Lake Ontario.

Braddock Bay

Braddock Bay in Greece offers sheltered fishing for largemouth bass, pike, bowfin, and panfish amid marsh edges and weedlines, with seasonal access to lake-run trout and salmon near the outlet. It’s a reliable option when Lake Ontario is rough and pairs nicely with nearby streams like Salmon Creek or bay-hopping to Irondequoit Bay.

Oak Orchard Creek

Oak Orchard Creek (often called the Oak) is a regional legend for fall Chinook and coho salmon and winter/spring steelhead, with brown trout mixed in; summer brings smallmouth and occasional walleye. The lower river near Point Breeze offers boat access to Lake Ontario, while shore anglers work pools and riffles upstream for migrating fish.

Sandy Creek

Entering Lake Ontario west of Rochester, Sandy Creek is a favored, more intimate tributary for fall salmon and spring steelhead, with brown trout present across seasons and warmwater species in summer. Anglers drift beads, eggs, and jigs through deeper runs, or launch small craft to access the lake in stable weather; it’s a good complement to Braddock Bay trips.

Conesus Lake

The westernmost Finger Lake, Conesus Lake is a short drive from Rochester and well known for northern pike, largemouth and smallmouth bass, walleye, and panfish. Weed edges, points, and drop-offs produce from spring through fall, with night trolling for walleye popular; many anglers pair Conesus outings with nearby Honeoye Lake or urban sessions on the Genesee River.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Rochester area

Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 2 beaches and bays in this area.

Bayview Marina - 8.03397077957km , Irondequoit Bay - 9.14625889522km

Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 7 main harbours in this area.

Sutter's Marina - 7.85120634794km, Bayview Marina - 8.03397077957km, Bounty Marina - 8.21326424839km, Newport Marina - 8.77909956763km, Pelican River Marina - 10.97158019918km, Mayer's Marina - 11.18264181887km, Rochester Harbor - 11.55658000235km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Rochester. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Seth Green Island - 3.6517160017km , Lake Riley - 3.67252193085km , West Guard Lock - 4.29733999568km , Red Creek - 4.34707268409km , East Guard Lock - 4.46052818063km , Hobbie Creek - 7.34739454247km , Little Black Creek - 7.52650586958km , Irondequoit Creek - 7.74484849457km , East Branch Allen Creek - 7.81199408405km , Sutter's Marina - 7.85120634794km , Bayview Marina - 8.03397077957km , Snider Island - 8.16292735726km , Bounty Marina - 8.21326424839km , Densmore Creek - 8.42092460777km , Newport Marina - 8.77909956763km , Big Massaug Cove - 8.94108074212km , Lock 32 - 9.12880874km , Irondequoit Bay - 9.14625889522km , Ides Cove - 9.5515876077km , Helds Cove - 9.56619841172km , Thousand Acre Brook - 9.61399687197km , Allen Creek - 9.70604484277km , Durand Lake - 9.90507153021km , Pelican River Marina - 10.97158019918km , Mayer's Marina - 11.18264181887km , Rochester Harbor - 11.55658000235km , Genesee River - 11.56278050193km , Fleming Creek - 11.82300051452km , Kirk Creek - 12.47736499435km , Paddy Hill Creek - 12.57833600784km , Thomas Creek - 12.72232670552km , Slater Creek - 12.77648869536km , Round Pond Creek - 13.24160636796km , Smith Creek - 13.64404046323km , Cross Canal Brook - 13.77045479738km , Hundred Acre Pond - 14.58549484997km , Buck Pond - 14.58614083195km , Devils Bathtub - 14.85288127531km , Larkin Creek - 15.14854674648km , Lake Lacoma - 15.99318359839km

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