The DEC has a fishing license hotline number available Mon-Friday from 8:30 to 4:30. You can call this number and get an instant fishing license confirmation number with a credit card.
Their app is also available to purchase and view your licenses.
1-866-933-2257
DEC FISHING REGULATIONS
FISHING HOTLINES
Orleans County (585) 589-3220 Lake Erie - Dunkirk (716) 679-ERIE DEC Lake Erie - Buffalo (716) 855-FISH DEC Niagara County (877)FALLS US
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JULY 2026
OLCOTT FIREWORKS -JULY 3RD -10 PM CELEBRATING 250 YEARS
Wednesday, July 1st - It's another hot one today. Everyone is getting ready for the big fireworks show. The AI data center donated an extra 20k to our show here. Plus it's 250th year and all kinds of good stuff to enjoy. Remember, those fireworks are on the west side of the bridge (west pier) if you are looking for an easy way to escape traffic. Boaters should get there early enough to skip the crowds. Maybe you should just go fishing, so you can tell us how it is. Thank you to all the local businesses who helped us with our raffle. It meant a lot and we were proud to give 8 lifetime licenses to the kids. All 8 of them were just awesome! Enjoy your day. I'm sure we will have better info for you for the holiday weekend.
There is not really any fishing reports for today. We haven't seen many people this week.
Tuesday, June 30th - Well, it's the last day of June and haven't seen a soul all morning. Yesterday was on and off here with some saying great, and some saying tough. It's going to be another hot day on land and maybe it will be another hot day on the lake. We will know later. Have a great day!
Sunday, June 28 - Good morning, It is another great day to be out on the water and in the sunshine. Yesterday's kids derby went off great. There were so many prizes, it was like being at a Chinese auction. I don't think any child left without something! They had plenty of help there and it was rocking. Our raffle to benefit lifetime fishing licenses for kids did great. We were able to give away 8 licenses! That was amazing. Let us see if we can continue to do great things for our future generations. Thank you to some local business owners and friends who helped sell tickets, especially the ones about to get free advertising on this website!
Fishing the lake seems to have picked up for June. The charter captains have all been limiting out and coming in early. They are catching fish from 200 out past 500 right now. Depending on what specie you are looking for, it's decent. Spoons with UV tape, meat rigs and a lot of froggy stuff is working well.
Harbor fishing was fun for all the kiddos. They caught rock bass, crappie, perch, bluegill, sunnies and more. Most everyone had fun. Some people went down to Burt and got a couple of bass. Whatever you are doing today, enjoy it! <
TIP: If you are planning on visiting the area this year, BOOK EARLY! There is a new AI plant being built in Somerset and the workers need housing. Shop around and you will find something.
MY LODGING PICKS FOR THIS MONTH
LIGHTHOUSE MOTEL
John and Vicky have an excellent reputation with anglers. They are right next to the marina and piers. In my 30 years here, we have heard all good about the Lighthouse. 1564 Van Buren St, Olcott, NY 14126, Phone: 716-778 7270
MAXWELL STATION
Located in the heart of Olcott; people love their Monday night wing specials and the closeness of their rooms and suites to everything.
OLCOTT RENTALS
Great people with several great places to stay!
