![]() Coast Guard approved personal flotation device for each passenger. Nonpower boats (includes boats powered by electric motors) may be used in all waters except Lusk Reservoir where ONLY boats using oars and paddles may be used. Daily powerboat permits are available at the Round Pond Recreation Area office. Physical characteristics include the surface area in acres and the maximum and average depths measured in feet.īoat & Motor Usage: (Currently unavailable - COVID 19)īoats may be used in all West Point waters with the following restrictions: powerboats (internal combustion engines) may be used only on Stilwell and Popolopen lakes. Consequently, depths will be different at lower water levels, but contour profiles will not change. The contours on the maps are approximations and indicate depths at capacity. A sonar unit was used in 1989 to update some maps. A sounding line was used to determine depths along several transects at each area. Most of the depth charts were produced in 1974 by the Natural Resources Branch. (If accessing PDF from government computer, "right click, save as") More information about New York State reduced fee Sporting Licenses is available here. If you are purchasing in person, they are encouraged to fill out this form ahead of time. Active Duty, non-New York resident personnel will still be able to purchase their discounted New York State License either online or in person at various local locations including the offices of the Town of Highlands, Town of Cornwall, and the Town of New Windsor. To get licenses/tags instantly, visit a license issuing agent location. Please note, fishing licenses are instantly valid. A comprehensive list of local locations is available from the New York DEC. Patrons are able to purchase their New York State Hunting and Fishing Licenses either online, in person at various local locations including the offices of the Town of Highlands, Town of Cornwall, and the Town of New Windsor, or via telephone at +1 (866)933-2257. Ice shanties left on West Point will be confiscated. Ice shanties must be temporary only and must be taken down and removed from West Point waters and surrounding shoreline at the end of each day. Anglers are further reminded taking any vehicle out on ice, for any reason, is strictly prohibited. ![]() Have fun and Be Safe!Īll-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-road vehicles (ORVs) are prohibited at West Point, including on ice. For additional information on ice safety and ice fishing regulations please see. USAG West Point does not monitor ice thickness and cannot guarantee participants' personal safety while on the ice. Do not rely on the presence of other fishermen or previous experience. Ice Anglers are personally responsible for safety and should verify safety of lake where they intend on fishing. In general, the NYSDEC recommends three to four inches of good clear ice for minimum safety for ice fishing on foot. Ice conditions are extremely variable due to weather, currents, depth and other conditions. In accordance with AR-215-5, Chapter 4, 4-2 Authorized Fishing Areas and the current annual West Point Fishing Notice, Ice fishing at Lusk Reservoir is prohibited. New York State Fishing Licenses can be purchased HERE. ![]() West Point Fishing Permits can be purchased online HERE. All other hunting and fishing permits are purchased only through the West Point iSportsman website. Permits are no longer sold in person, with the possible exception of Round Pond and Lake Frederick camper day fishing permits (valid only for those water bodies respectively), if available. MWR’s Outdoor Recreation Division only assists with registering new accounts, renting boats, and relaying information to customers. To fish anywhere at West Point, all individuals ages 16 years and older must possess both 1) a WEST POINT FISHING PERMIT and 2) a NEW YORK STATE FISHING LICENSEĭPW Natural Resources manages all hunting and fishing via the West Point Fish & Game Website, West Point iSportsman. At this site, users can register an account, purchase permits, check the availability of hunting and fishing areas, check in and check out of areas, access updated regulations, news, notices and more, and meet game reporting requirements. ![]()
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