Pepacton Reservoir

Delaware County, New York

Pepacton Reservoir is near Downsville, New York, along the edge of Catskill Park. Albany is under 105 miles away, perfect for a day trip.

The Albany International Airport is around two hours away, and the Margaretville Hospital is under 20 miles away.

On the Water Fun

Pepacton Reservoir is most popular for its brown trout and smallmouth bass fishery, and both species are caught annually at trophy sizes.

Other fish caught here includes alewife, rainbow trout, brook trout, rainbow smelt, chain pickerel, common carp, eastern silvery minnow, golden shiner, spottail shiner, bluntnose minnow, fallfish, longnose sucker, white sucker, white catfish, brown bullhead, channel catfish, margined madtom, rock bass, redbreast sunfish, pumpkinseed, largemouth bass, black crappie, and yellow perch.

While you are allowed to fish in the reservoir, no motorboats are allowed. There are numerous boat launches to explore the water from a kayak or canoe.

Discover Albany

In Albany, visitors can enjoy a fantastic shopping and dining scene, arts and entertainment buildings, museums and tours, and outdoor adventures.

The top-rated attraction here is the New York State Museum. This museum has a variety of different exhibits and has free admission.

Those with an interest in naval history should go on a tour at the USS Slater DE-776. This restored destroyer gives visitors unique insights as to what it was like to be a sailor back in the day.

"Hamilton" fans should be interested in the nearby Schuyler Mansion, home to Colonel Schuyler and his daughters Peggy, Angelica, and Eliza.

Crossgates Mall makes for a great shopping destination. With over 180 stores and restaurants located inside, Crossgates is something you don’t want to miss.

Excellent Location for Lake Life

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a waterfront property, Pepacton Reservoir is an excellent choice.