Catch & Keep Trout Fishing
at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery


Every Friday thru Tuesday: 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm

June, July & August: Sat. & Sun. 4pm-6pm

Admission + $5/session.
All trout caught MUST be kept and are $4 a pound.

Bring your own fishing equipment or rent from the Hatchery.
Call (516) 692-6768 for more information.

Rules & Regulations:
  • Fishing is on a first come, first serve basis, no more than 12 fisherpeople on the fishing platform at a time.
  • Only paid fisherpeople may enter the fishing platform.
  • Fishing will only take place on the fishing platform during designated times.
  • Fishing poles may be rented from the Hatchery, one hook & bobber included in the rental.
  • Rental fees must be paid at the time of rental.
  • Bait and additional hooks & bobbers may be purchased in the Gift Shop.
  • Part of the fishing experience is baiting and removing fish from the hook yourself.
  • Personal fishing equipment, with the exception of fly fishing rods, may be used.
  • The Hatchery is not responsible for the loss or damage of personal fishing equipment.
** A fishing fee of $5 per person will be paid before entering the fishing platform.
** All trout caught must be kept. ** No catch and release fishing.**
** All trout caught will cost $4 per pound.