West Branch of The Ausable River, NY

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Originally Posted by gwl2oneida

Love the ny reports. There's so many good rivers upstate that are usually untouched. Finding access is the trick.

You are absolutely right! Access to the top 1/2 of the West Branch was pretty easy. The lower half is harder as it drops in elevation so fast, the river often runs through sheer cliff gorges. With some help from the locals we were able to find access in that lower 8 miles. The lower half also has more property that is posted private property and not fishable.

It is absolutely a river I am going to fish again, and everyone should add it to there fishing location bucket list!