The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Muscoot Reservoir
Westchester County, New York · about 2,490 acres (3.9 sq mi)
Calm tomorrow morning.
About Muscoot Reservoir
Muscoot Reservoir is a lake in Westchester County, New York, covering about 2,490 acres.
From end to end it runs about 9.9 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 47 miles. The water sits about 190 ft above sea level. Goldens Bridge is right by the lake. The closest city is North Stamford, about 12 miles away.
- Size
- About 2,490 acres (3.9 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 47 miles
- End to end
- About 9.9 miles
- Elevation
- About 190 ft
- County
- Westchester County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:00 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 9 mph
Sunday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise · wind 6 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 9 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Lakes like Muscoot Reservoir in New York usually hold largemouth bass, walleye, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Walleye
- Crappie
- Bluegill and sunfish
- Catfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:40 am · sunset 4:36 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Muscoot Reservoir
- Goldens Bridgeon the shore
- Katonahon the shore
- Bedford Hillsabout 1.6 mi south
- Lincolndaleabout 1.7 mi north
- North Stamfordnearest city, about 12 mi southeast
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Questions about Muscoot Reservoir
What fish are in Muscoot Reservoir?
Lakes like Muscoot Reservoir usually hold largemouth bass, walleye, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Muscoot Reservoir?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Muscoot Reservoir?
About 2,490 acres, with about 47 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Muscoot Reservoir?
Goldens Bridge is on the shore.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Muscoot Reservoir?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Muscoot Reservoir on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
