New Rochelle sits along the Long Island Sound in Westchester County, offering saltwater fishing within reach of the New York City metro area. The city's waterfront gives anglers access to striped bass, bluefish, and seasonal runs of other species that move through the sound. Whether you're fishing from shore, a jetty, or a boat, New Rochelle's combination of rocky structure and deeper channels creates productive water for different techniques and skill levels.
These guides cover where to fish around New Rochelle—which access points work best at different tides, what species show up through the seasons, and how to read the water when you arrive. You'll find information about public fishing spots, what gear and techniques match the conditions, and how to time your trips around the sound's seasonal patterns.