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Cannonsville Reservoir

Delaware County, New York

Cannonsville Reservoir is a 4,703-acre NYC water supply reservoir in Delaware County with a maximum depth of 121 feet. A NYC DEP access permit is required, only registered and inspected rowboats are allowed, and motors are prohibited.

N2 mi
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Surface area4,703 acres
Max depth121 ft
Shoreline—
Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Smallmouth Bass●●●○○

Brown Trout●●○○○

Largemouth Bass●●○○○

Chain Pickerel●○○○○

Yellow Perch●●○○○

Crappie●●○○○

Black crappie

Boat launches

2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

  • NYC DEP designated launchesPublic
    Numerous DEP-designated launches; access permit required; rowboats only, registered and inspected by NYC DEP, no motors.Directions ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Cannonsville Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

  • Get the NYC DEP access permit and boat inspection first.
  • Ice fishing is prohibited.
  • Special fishing regulations apply (Region 4).

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.