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Chautauqua fishing has been a popular activity on Lake Chautauqua for many years. Fishermen of varying levels of expertise have come to the banks of Lake Chautauqua to fish for muskellunge and a variety of fish. Fishermen consistently pull out muskellunge that are more than 40 inches long. Although most people catch and release fish in this region, it is possible to bring select types of fish home to cook or mount on your wall. The lake is only a few miles from your Mayville Bed and Breakfast. Below are 3 weekend Chautauqua fishing spots that are sure to help you reel in the big one!
Tom's Point
Ashville, New York 14710
Tom's Point is one of the most popular spots on Lake Chautauqua for fishing. The point is open to the public and many novice fishermen enjoy fishing off the banks. In addition to the muskellunge that surround this area, Tom's Point is the ideal place to catch small mouth bass. Although these fish are catch and release, guests of a Mayville Bed and Breakfast can still enjoy the fun of Chautauqua fishing. If you're willing to wade out 20 feet off the point, fishermen are known to catch a select amount of walleye fish. Tom's Point is located on the midwest corner of the lake and is open to the public during all times of the year.
Chautauqua Lake Yacht Club
43 East Lake Street
Lakewood, New York 14750
(716) 763-5385
The Chautauqua Lake Yacht Club is located on the southwest portion of Chautauqua Lake. Although you have to be a member to enjoy the Yacht Club's services, day rates and docking rates are available to the public. If you've brought your own boat to Chautauqua Lake, this is the best place for you to dock it. Many fishermen will fish right off the Yacht Club docks in hopes of catching bass and muskellunges. If you've grown tired of fishing, the Yacht Club also serves as the perfect place to learn how to sail and go sailboat racing. The Yacht Club is known for its annual events including parties and seafood dinner galas.
We Wan Chu Cottages
4442 West Lake Road
Chautauqua, New York
(716) 789-3383
Although many fishermen who head to Lake Chautauqua stay at a Mayville Inn, the We Wan Chu Cottages are actually a great place for people looking to do some fishing. There is a public access fishing spot that's right next to these cottages. Muskellunge and bass are quite popular in this spot, and it fishermen can find the latest fishing details and updates with respect to the region. You can bring a boat out to the lake from this spot or you can fish off the banks. Fishing off the banks or wading into the water is usually the best way to catch the types of fish that are found in this region.