Stocking is the best-known management tool used in Catskill streams. Perpetual fishing easements have been acquired on many of our streams including the Beaver Kill, Esopus Creek, Catskill Creek, East and West Branches of the Delaware, Schoharie Creek. There are many parking areas along the streambeds. Look for wooden signs that are painted with bright yellow lettering. Much of the property in the Catskills is privately owned and posted.
Fishing is generally available through the generosity of landowners.
Please ask permission before trespassing on private land. Many landowners are nice people, and will respond favorably to a polite request for permission to fish. While on their land, stay away from livestock and closed gates and don't litter, damage or engage in any activity that would be objectionable to you if other people were on your property. Behave and they might let you come back. And don't forget to say Thank you, very much.