Oneida Lake

Q: What do you need to know about Oneida Lake ?

Oneida is the largest lake that is entirely within the state of New York with 50,894 acres. Located ten miles north of Syracuse, there are multiple access points for boat and shore anglers. This lake is relatively shallow with an average depth of 22 ft and a small portion reaching a maximum depth of 55 ft. Walleye and Perch have been long time species to target with Bass coming into the forefront in recent years. Major professional tours have held several tournaments, showcasing what the lake has to offer. Spring and fall Walleye are often caught shallower next to spawning flats and tributaries with blade baits and stick baits being popular choices. Perch can be caught in numbers during the ice season usually in depths of 30 to 40 ft. For bass, smallmouth are often caught near many of the available shoals while largemouth are often targeted shallower where vegetation is present.

Q: What is Oneida Lake 's size, depth, and clarity?

Oneida Lake is a 51325.52 acres Lake/Pond with 0 a stained water clarity.

Q: What fish are in Oneida Lake ?

Oneida Lake contains the following species of fish: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Walleye, Panfish / Bluegill, Muskie, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Sturgeon, Burbot, Common Carp, Gar, Drum.

Species

Smallmouth Bass2

Season

Fall (Current)2

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Oneida Lake OverviewBased on Fishing Reports for Fall Smallmouth Bass

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Top Reported Techniques

Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)
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Umbrella Rigs
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Top Species Reported for Fall

Walleye8 Reports
Yellow Perch3 Reports
Smallmouth Bass2 Reports

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Top Baits

Fat Swing Impact 3.8" Bluegill Flash / 3.8"

HotbaitBest Seller

Keitech

Fat Swing Impact 3.8" Bluegill Flash / 3.8"

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)

$6.49

Fat Swing Impact 3.3" Sight Flash / 3.3"

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Keitech

Fat Swing Impact 3.3" Sight Flash / 3.3"

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)

$6.49

Model II Tungsten Football Jig 1/2 oz / Dark Green Pumpkin

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Keitech

Model II Tungsten Football Jig 1/2 oz / Dark Green Pumpkin

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)

$5.69

Hotbait

Keitech

Easy Shiner 3 1/2" / Ayu

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Umbrella Rigs

$5.49

Other Top Reported Products

Tactical Elite Casting Rods 7'4" / Medium / Moderate

Temple Fork Outfitters

Tactical Elite Casting Rods 7'4" / Medium / Moderate

1 Fishing Report

Reported for Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)

$199.95

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Oneida Lake Fishing Reports for Fall Smallmouth Bass

59 Reports on Oneida Lake

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New York Fishing Adventures
Silver Ambassador
10/14/22
54° (Water)
- Season
  Fall
- Species
  Smallmouth Bass
- Technique
  Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium)
- Structure
  Rock Pile
- Forage
  Perch
Fishing Report for Smallmouth Bass using Soft Body Swimbaits (Small/Medium) in Fall (Rock Pile)
Today's New York Fishing Adventure had me riding shotgun with Captain Mike Cusano chasing an Oneida Lake mixed bag looking for perch, walleye & smallies. Mike kept us on em all day long. Best depths were 19- to 24-foot, blade baits,... Read More
Burnie recommended this gear for Oneida Lake , NY
Hotbait
Keitech Fat Swing Impact 3.8" Bluegill Flash / 3.8"
$6.49
Keitech Model II Tungsten Football Jig 1/2 oz / Dark Green Pumpkin
Out of Stock
Keitech Fat Swing Impact 3.3" Green Pumpkin / 3.3"
$6.49
Keitech Fat Swing Impact 3.3" Ayu / 3.3"
$6.49
Keitech Fat Swing Impact 3.3" Sight Flash / 3.3"
$6.49
Temple Fork Outfitters Tactical Elite Casting Rods 7'4" / Medium / Moderate
$199.95
Temple Fork Outfitters Tactical Elite Casting Rods 7'3" / Medium / Fast
$199.95
Brandon Brylinsky
Gold Ambassador
- Season
  Fall
- Species
  Smallmouth Bass
- Technique
  Umbrella Rigs
- Structure
  Ledges
Fishing Report for Smallmouth Bass using Umbrella Rigs in Fall (Ledges)
Find the bait! That was the #1 key to success for me in tracking down these feisty brown fish. In fact, I usually had my best success if I could find a pod of boats targeting perch and/or walleye. While... Read More
Brandon recommended this gear for Oneida Lake , NY
Hotbait
Keitech Easy Shiner 3 1/2" / Ayu
$5.49

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kt_fishin
Silver Ambassador
8/25/23
78° (Water)
- Season
  Summer
- Species
  Smallmouth Bass
- Technique
  Drop Shot
- Structure
  Rock Pile
- Forage
  Crawfish
Fishing Report for Smallmouth Bass using Drop Shot in Summer (Rock Pile)
Late August grind! Found all fish in 10-20ft on isolated rock clumps and sparse grass around the middle of lake. Some were blind casts others were live scoped. Caught slow dragging with little to no action added to the flat... Read More
kyle recommended this gear for Oneida Lake , NY
Hotbait
Berkley Flat Worm - PowerBait MaxScent 3 3/4" / Natural Shad
$8.99
PowerPro Super Slick V2 10lb / Aqua Green
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Seaguar Red Label 100% Fluorocarbon 8lb / 200 Yards
$15.79
Shimano Vanford Spinning Reel 2500 / 6.0:1
$249.99