Black Pond

Ice Fishing
The Lowdown
Located on the property of the Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center, anglers will park on the road and enjoy a short walk or snowshoe to Black Pond, where the fishing is excellent.
Fish Species
- Northern Pike
- Yellow Perch
- Pumpkinseed
Water Type / Fishing Access
- Ownership is private but public allowed.
Logistics / Directions
- Located in Harrietstown
- Public parking is available 2.5 miles down Keese Mills Road near Paul Smith's College.
- Put in at the public parking area and walk the trail a short way to the pond.
The Description
The Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center contains a number of ponds, streams, and trails, all of which are open to the public. Black Pond has a trail that goes all the way around it, so finding a place to get out on the ice shouldn't be a problem. There is also a lean-to on the shore if you're looking for a place to get out of the wind for a few minutes while your tip-ups do their thing.
Special Regulations
Always follow New York state fishing regulations and be sure to pick up a NYS Freshwater Fishing Guide at your local outfitters or regional NYSDEC office.
Black Pond
Ice Fishing
The Lowdown
Located on the property of the Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center, anglers will park on the road and enjoy a short walk or snowshoe to Black Pond, where the fishing is excellent.
Fish Species
- Northern Pike
- Yellow Perch
- Pumpkinseed
Water Type / Fishing Access
- Ownership is private but public allowed.
Logistics / Directions
- Located in Harrietstown
- Public parking is available 2.5 miles down Keese Mills Road near Paul Smith's College.
- Put in at the public parking area and walk the trail a short way to the pond.
The Description
The Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center contains a number of ponds, streams, and trails, all of which are open to the public. Black Pond has a trail that goes all the way around it, so finding a place to get out on the ice shouldn't be a problem. There is also a lean-to on the shore if you're looking for a place to get out of the wind for a few minutes while your tip-ups do their thing.
Special Regulations
Always follow New York state fishing regulations and be sure to pick up a NYS Freshwater Fishing Guide at your local outfitters or regional NYSDEC office.
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