The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (back of a cove) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Taylor Pond
Clinton County, New York · about 770 acres (1.2 sq mi)
58°F water, calm this morning.
About Taylor Pond
Taylor Pond is a lake in Clinton County, New York, covering about 770 acres.
It stretches about 2.8 miles end to end and its shoreline adds up to about 7.8 miles. At about 1,390 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. The nearest town, Lake Placid, is about 14 miles southwest.
- Size
- About 770 acres (1.2 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 7.8 miles
- End to end
- About 2.8 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,390 ft
- County
- Clinton County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise
- 2:45 pm – 4:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 6 mph
Saturday Fair
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 6 mph
- 2:45 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 8 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
For a lake of this size in New York, largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. With the surface at 58°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Fall feed. They chase baitfish into creeks and coves.
- GoodCrappie
Active. Brush piles and docks in 8 to 15 ft.
- FairBluegill and sunfish
Warming. Shallow, sunny pockets in the afternoon.
- FairCatfish
Waking up. Channels and creek mouths, especially after rain.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Back of a cove
Sheltered, shallower water where baitfish gather.
- 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
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:49 am · sunset 4:29 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Taylor Pond
- Lake Placidabout 14 mi southwest
- Saranac Lakeabout 16 mi southwest
- North Elbaabout 16 mi south
- Dannemoraabout 16 mi north
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Questions about Taylor Pond
What fish are in Taylor Pond?
Lakes like Taylor Pond usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Taylor Pond?
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 Taylor Pond?
About 770 acres, with about 7.8 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Taylor Pond?
Lake Placid is about 14 miles southwest; Saranac Lake is about 16 miles southwest.
What is the water temperature at Taylor Pond today?
The surface was about 58°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Taylor Pond on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
