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The DEC has a fishing license hotline number available Mon-Friday from 8:30 to 4:30. You can call this number and get an instant fishing license confirmation number with a credit card.

Their app is also available to purchase and view your licenses.
1-866-933-2257
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FISHING HOTLINES

Orleans County (585) 589-3220
Lake Erie - Dunkirk (716) 679-ERIE DEC
Lake Erie - Buffalo (716) 855-FISH DEC
Niagara County (877)FALLS US

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MAY 2026




NIAGARA PRO AM
JUNE 5TH * 6TH, 2026
(SUNDAY, JUNE 7TH- BLOW DAY)


 

Monday, May 25 - It's Memorial Day and it looks like the weather is getting better every day. We did have a lot of rain and wind this weekend . It proved to change things up a bit most everywhere.

Fishing is still real good, but it did shake things up a little. Kings, lakers and cohos are what is biting the most right now. Brighter colors, plenty of glow are the ticket.

There are quite a few people hitting the streams today so we should know more in a day or two on the hot spots. Burt Dam has really high water and muddy. Guys said it like a rapids down there currently.

Lake fishing seemed to move more west after the weekend. Have a great time in whatever you are doing this holiday.




TIP: If you are planning on visiting the area this year, BOOK EARLY! There is a new AI plant being built in Somerset and the workers need housing. Shop around and you will find something.

MY LODGING PICKS FOR THIS MONTH

LIGHTHOUSE MOTEL
John and Vicky have an excellent reputation with anglers. They are right next to the marina and piers. In my 30 years here, we have heard all good about the Lighthouse. 1564 Van Buren St, Olcott, NY 14126,
Phone: 716-778 7270

MAXWELL STATION
Located in the heart of Olcott; people love their Monday night wing specials and the closeness of their rooms and suites to everything.


OLCOTT RENTALS





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Located on the corner of West Lake and Jackson Streets. It's the big blue barn next to the water tower. You can't miss it!

716-778-8592

Western Lake Ontario is known for its world-class Salmon & Trout fishing



 
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BOAT LAUNCHES/DOCKS

LEWISTON
Fort Niagara State Park
716-745-7273

Lewiston Sand Docks Boat Launch


OLCOTT

Hedley Boat Co.
(716)778-7771

McDonough Marine
(716) 946-3979

Town of Newfane Marina
(716) 778-5462

SOMERSET
Golden Hill State Park
716-795-3885

WILSON
Bootleggers Cove Marina
716-751-6466

Wilson Boatyard Marina
716 751 9202

Wilson-Tuscarora Boat Launch
716-751-6361



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