4 weeks ago · Updated 2 weeks ago
Cornwall, NY sits along the Hudson River and near several renowned trout streams, offering anglers a variety of freshwater fishing opportunities in a scenic Hudson Valley setting.
Weekly Catches
No verified catches in the last 7 or 15 days; the catches below cover the last 21 days.
Trout
Recent reports confirm that trout are actively feeding in the Housatonic River near Cornwall Bridge, with fish rising to small Blue-Winged Olives (BWOs) and other autumn hatches. Anglers have found success drifting a small zebra midge pattern in the film, and both rainbow trout and browns are responding well to late-season sulfurs, flying ants, isonychias, and early BWOs. The river has been recently stocked, and trout are looking up for surface offerings.
- Active surface feeding to small BWOs and flying ants.
- Effective patterns: zebra midge, BWOs, sulfurs, isonychias, flying ants.
- Best action reported during cool mornings and mild afternoons.
Bass
Both smallmouth bass and largemouth bass have been reported feeding alongside trout in the Housatonic River near Cornwall Bridge. The cool weather has triggered increased activity, especially during the late morning and early afternoon hours. Anglers targeting bass have found them in deeper pools and near structure.
- Active feeding observed in deeper pools and around submerged structure.
- Best results during mild, stable weather conditions.
Pike
The pike bite has started to pick up in the Cornwall area, with anglers beginning their autumn campaigns. Pike are responding to larger lures and are found in transition zones, especially where depth changes abruptly or near weed beds that are dying back. Slow, consistent retrieves with medium to large soft plastics or jerkbaits have proven effective.
- Hotspots: transition zones, drop-offs, and dying weed beds.
- Effective lures: medium to large soft plastics, jerkbaits, shallow diving crankbaits.
- Best action during stable, cool weather.
Weather & Marine Conditions
The past week in the Cornwall region has featured cool mornings (30s/40s °F) and mild afternoons (50s/60s °F), with mostly dry conditions and only brief, light rain. Stable high pressure has dominated, creating excellent fishing conditions for both trout and warmwater species. Water temperatures are steadily cooling, which has triggered a strong feeding response among many species as they prepare for winter. The outlook calls for continued cool, stable weather with a slight chance of rain toward the weekend, which may make fish more finicky and push them into deeper water or tight to cover.
Tides & Solunar Activity
This week, the moon phase is transitioning from the last quarter (October 13) toward the new moon (October 21). The waning crescent phase is generally considered decent for predator fishing, as reduced nighttime illumination can encourage species like pike and bass to hunt more actively under cover of darkness. Stable weather is likely to have a stronger influence on fish activity than lunar phase alone, but early morning and late afternoon windows may offer the best bite.
Fishing Conditions & Tips
With autumn cooling in full swing, fish are in a feeding frenzy, building reserves for winter. Trout are rising to small dries and emergers, especially during overcast or mild afternoons. Bass and pike are active in deeper pools and transition zones, responding well to slow, steady retrieves. For trout, stealthy presentations and matching the hatch with small BWOs, sulfurs, and midges are key. For pike and bass, focus on structure and use larger, natural-colored lures or bright patterns like fire tiger. Early morning and late afternoon are prime times, especially before any weather changes.
Regulations & Notices
Day passes for fishing access in Cornwall-on-Hudson are available at Village Hall and select local businesses. Anglers are reminded to check for any seasonal restrictions or special regulations on trout streams and the Hudson River before fishing. No new regulatory changes or emergency notices have been reported for the Cornwall, NY area in the past three weeks.
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