Camp Hero Fishing Permit: $40.00 in-state, $75.00 out-of-state. A permit is only good for fishing after sunset at Camp Hero State Park from April 1 to December 31. Caumsett FISHING PERMIT-$40.00 for NYS residents, $75.00 for out-of-state visitors. There are only 500 licenses available. Get your license before you go. Camp Hero is a state park located on the South Fork River in eastern New York City. The park offers tent and trailer camping, as well as cabins for rent. Boat rentals are also offered here, along with outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. This is a great place to bring the family for a getaway day trip from the city. Fishing is one of the most popular activities at Camp Hero State Park. Because of its location near the city, this park is often used as a home base for trips into nearby neighborhoods and parks. Visitors come here to fish both indoors and out with success. The best times to visit Camp Hero are between mid-May and early October. Fish include white bass, black bass, yellow perch, and tiger muskellunge. New Yorkers can purchase a Camp Hero Fishing Permit through the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). These permits are valid for the entire year, regardless of the visitor's stay at the park. Out-of-state visitors must apply for a Caumsett FISHING PERMIT through the DEC website.