Prospect Park Lake: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations

New York, US

Place
Public
Water
Fresh
Clarity
-
Depth
7 ft

Prospect Park Lake is a 55-acre lake and one of the most popular places for fishing in Brooklyn. The shoreline is full of places suitable for fishing and a lot of them are welcoming for people with disabilities. There are also some islands in the main body of the lake, that are also suitable to fish from.

Prospect Park Lake fishing map

Discover the Prospect Park Lake fishing map to explore key locations and best fishing spots in New York, United States, including the area around 40°39'20.8"N 73°58'6.7"W.

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Prospect Park Lake weather conditions

With the Prospect Park Lake weather forecast, analyze temperature trends, wind conditions, humidity, and potential precipitation to choose the best time for fishing.

Monitor real-time weather updates to avoid unfavorable conditions and increase your chances of a successful catch.

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Weather forecast, as of 01:15

-1°C

Light rain overnight

Max / Min

5°/-1°

Wind

2 m/s

Humidity

78 %

Pressure

1014 hPa

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Fishing forecast for Prospect Park Lake, New York

Check out today's Prospect Park Lake fishing forecast and find the best time to go fishing.

Analyze key factors like atmospheric pressure, wind conditions, and moon phases to plan your fishing trip effectively.

Today, December 6

10%

SCORE

The bites are poor now

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62%

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Factors influencing fish activity

Positive factors

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Light winds have a very favorable effect on biting activity

Negative factors

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When the pressure changes frequently, all species of fish stop biting because they don't have enough time to adapt

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Freezing rain could have negative effect on biting activity

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Frequent changes in wind direction negatively affect fish activity

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An unfavorable moon phase for catching fish

Fish species to catch in the Prospect Park Lake, New York, United States (8)

Before your next fishing trip, check the latest Prospect Park Lake fishing regulations for New York.

There are countless Prospect Park Lake fish species to lure and explore on your next fishing trip. Every fish has its own set of rules and requirements that you must follow. Each fish species is subject to unique regulations, including fishing seasons, size limits, possession limits, etc.

Explore the current fishing regulations for Black crappie, Bluegill, Chain pickerel, and others as of December 6, 2025, to ensure you comply with the latest rules. Please select your preferred species from the list to view regulations for different fish species.

💡 Fishing Tips & Tricks on Prospect Park Lake

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Focus on the shoreline, as it is where fish congregate in Prospect Park Lake.
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Its better to use weedless lures while fishing with artificial lures.
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You can try using topwater lures such as frogs to make some great strikes.
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Make sure your fishing line is heavy enough to get the fish out of the water plants.
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Prospect Park Lake is for catch and release only.