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Schenectady, United States 🇺🇸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Schenectady, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, nearby tide chart, 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 Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide chart.
  • 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.

Fishing in Schenectady, New York centers on the Mohawk River, its locks, backwater bays, and nearby lakes that hold a mix of warmwater and coolwater species. Anglers target smallmouth and largemouth bass, walleye, northern pike, panfish, and seasonal trout, using a blend of river and still-water tactics well suited to this Capital Region fishery. read more...

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Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 15:14 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:
    Sunrise:
  • Sunset:
    Nautical Twilight ends:
  • Moonrise:
  • Moonset:
  • Moon over:
  • Moon under:
  • Visibility:
    84%
  • Waning Gibbous - 84% illuminated Waning Gibbous
Next New Moon in ~11 days on 14th June
  • Distance to earth:
    399,671 km
    Proximity:
    14.1 %
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 Schenectady
Full Moon
Sun, 31 May
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • major Time:
    03:01 am - 05:01 am
  • minor Time:
    07:39 am - 09:39 am
  • major Time:
    03:21 pm - 05:21 pm
  • minor Time:
    11:04 pm - 01:04 am
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). Blue areas indicate high and low tides. The center shows the current moon phase which is a Waning Gibbous at 84% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -1 hour and -10 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/New_York • Thu, 4 Jun 02:50 • 42.814, -73.94

Tides Times for Fishing: Thu, 4 Jun

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is falling and the next low tide is in 3 minutes.
Tide Graph
02:53 am 08:32 am 03:37 pm 08:52 pm AM PM 5.77 ft 0.56 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
Times
Tide Time Height
low 02:53 am 0.98 ft
high 08:32 am 5.77 ft
low 03:37 pm 0.56 ft
high 08:52 pm 4.49 ft
Tide Coefficient at 08:32 am is 122
Tide Coefficient at 08:52 pm is 77
For fishing, stronger tides are often favourable as they cause stronger currents and more motion on the sea bed. The above tidal coefficients give us an indication of how strong the tides are compared to their average. A value over 90 indicates very strong tides, known as spring tides. A low value indicates weak tides, known as neap tides. The tidal coefficient can range from 20 to 120 with a mean value of 70. A higher number usually indicates better fishing.
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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
Date Major Bite Times Minor Bite Times Sun Moon Moonphase Tide Times
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S: 		Waning Gibbous moon phase
Waning Gibbous
low: , 0.89 ft
high: , 5.87 ft , Coeff: 126
low: , 0.49 ft
high: , 4.4 ft , Coeff: 74
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S: 		Waning Gibbous moon phase
Waning Gibbous
low: , 0.98 ft
high: , 5.77 ft , Coeff: 122
low: , 0.56 ft
high: , 4.49 ft , Coeff: 77
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S: 		R:
S: 		Waning Gibbous moon phase
Waning Gibbous
low: , 1.05 ft
high: , 5.68 ft , Coeff: 119
low: , 0.56 ft
high: , 4.59 ft , Coeff: 81
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
low: , 1.12 ft
high: , 5.51 ft , Coeff: 113
low: , 0.56 ft
high: , 4.72 ft , Coeff: 86
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
low: , 1.18 ft
high: , 5.31 ft , Coeff: 106
low: , 0.56 ft
high: , 4.89 ft , Coeff: 91
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
low: , 1.15 ft
high: , 5.12 ft , Coeff: 99
low: , 0.52 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 5.09 ft , Coeff: 98
low: , 1.08 ft
high: , 4.89 ft , Coeff: 91
low: , 0.49 ft
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S: 		Waning Crescent moon phase
Waning Crescent
high: , 5.31 ft , Coeff: 106
low: , 0.92 ft
high: , 4.72 ft , Coeff: 86
low: , 0.43 ft
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Schenectady

Fishing in Schenectady, NY revolves around the Mohawk River corridor, including the pools around Lock 7 and Lock 8, as well as nearby ponds and small lakes scattered through Schenectady County. This stretch of the Mohawk is a classic mixed fishery: current seams and rock structure attract smallmouth bass and walleye, while weedy bays and marinas hold largemouth bass, pike, crappie, and panfish. Shore, kayak, and boat anglers all have viable options within a short drive of downtown Schenectady.

Seasonally, early spring focuses on prespawn walleye, pike, and panfish staging near wintering holes and tributary mouths. As river temperatures climb into the 40s and low 50s, look for walleye on rocky points below dams, along channel edges, and in the deeper bends; vertical jigging with 1/8–1/4 oz jigs tipped with soft plastics or live bait is a consistent approach. Pike and pickerel prowl shallow marshy bays and flooded shoreline cover—work suspending jerkbaits and spinnerbaits just above emerging weeds. Crappie school tight to wood and marinas; small tube jigs or hair jigs under a fixed float excel here.

Summer on the Mohawk River near Schenectady is prime time for smallmouth and largemouth bass. Smallmouth gravitate to broken rock, bridge abutments, riprap banks, and the outside bends of the main channel. Cast 3–4 inch swimbaits, ned rigs, and small crankbaits across current seams and let them swing naturally with the flow. For largemouth, target weedy backwaters, boat docks, and slack-water coves with Texas-rigged plastics, wacky worms, and frogs early and late in the day. When sun is high and boat traffic picks up, slow down with jigs and creature baits pitched tight to shade lines and heavy cover.

Fall brings some of the most predictable fishing around Schenectady. Cooling water pushes baitfish into mid-depth breaks and along channel transitions, followed closely by walleye, smallmouth, and big perch. Cover water with medium-diving crankbaits, lipless cranks, and swimbaits, then switch to jigs once you locate fish on specific pieces of structure. Carp and drum remain active; simple hair rigs with canned corn or dough baits fished on gravel flats and below current breaks will keep rods bending for shore anglers.

Winter opportunities depend on ice conditions in local ponds and backwaters off the river. When safe ice forms, panfish and pickerel are the primary targets. Focus on weed edges with small tungsten jigs tipped with plastics or spikes for bluegill and perch, and set tip-ups with live minnows for pickerel and the occasional pike. Pay attention to subtle depth changes of just one or two feet; these micro-breaks often concentrate fish under ice in the shallow, weed-filled basins typical of the Schenectady area.

Key tactics and habitat tips for Schenectady anglers include:

  • Scan for rock/gravel transitions and current seams on the Mohawk for smallmouth and walleye.
  • Probe weedy bays, marinas, and back channels for largemouth, pike, pickerel, and panfish.
  • Use moving baits to locate active fish, then follow up with slower jigs or soft plastics.
  • Fish low-light windows—dawn, dusk, and overcast days—for bigger, more cautious predators.
  • Carry a mix of finesse and power presentations to adapt quickly to river flow and clarity changes.

With its blend of river current, man-made structure, and weedy still-water pockets, the Schenectady area offers year-round, multi-species action for anglers who read conditions, move frequently, and match their techniques to the Mohawk River’s shifting moods.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Schenectady area

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 2 main harbours in this area.

Klamsteam Marina - 14.72679247919km, Diamond Reef Yacht Club - 14.74999587293km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Schenectady. 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.

College Creek - 0.92689117786km , Van Slyck Island - 1.21374147417km , Isle of the Cayugas - 1.50445070788km , Collins Creek - 1.58026222043km , Collins Lake - 1.74427608138km , Isle of the Senecas - 2.14265500982km , Isle of the Mohawks - 2.22380608267km , Isle of the Onondagas - 2.2434314158km , Poentic Kill - 2.56894043343km , Iroquois Lake - 2.72773659811km , Isle of the Oneidas - 3.8720705624km , Alplaus Kill - 5.03013828311km , Dalys Island - 5.46072835915km , Plotter Kill - 7.01499647727km , Lock Number 7 - 7.61164620769km , Moccasin Kill - 8.16361704243km , Lisha Kill - 8.94712028776km , Niska Island - 9.0333124998km , Washout Creek - 9.11417161332km , Indian House Creek - 9.1388229361km , La Rue Creek - 10.26739466427km , Bozen Kill - 10.27131775837km , Lock Number 9 - 10.94935548393km , Black Creek - 11.3406362208km , Verf Kill - 12.21841924382km , East Branch Hunger Kill - 12.22651992793km , Shakers Creek - 12.73373815539km , Crabb Kill - 13.84497407628km , Sandsea Kill - 13.90358224574km , Cooley Kill - 14.39522904401km , Hunger Kill - 14.39798400657km , Featherstonhaugh Lake - 14.45165502081km , Kaikout Kill - 14.48919444719km , Delphus Kill - 14.52206970041km , Fallentree Kill - 14.61376179551km , Klamsteam Marina - 14.72679247919km , Diamond Reef Yacht Club - 14.74999587293km , Chaughtanoonda Creek - 14.78269661831km , Blockhouse Creek - 14.80763316997km , Wolf Creek - 15.0771407441km

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