SeasonalGuided trip · Saranac Lake
Full Day Guided Kayak Trip
Bass, walleye and more
- 8 hours
- Up to 12
From$850
Choose your adventure
Fish beyond the familiar
Guided fishing trips and fishing kayak rentals on Saranac Lake. Get close to the water, learn from working guides and come home with a better story.
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SeasonalGuided trip · Saranac Lake
Half Day Morning Fishing Trip
Salmon, trout and bass
- 4 hours
- Up to 12
From$110
SeasonalGuided trip · Saranac Lake
Half Day Afternoon Fishing Trip
Salmon, trout and bass
- 4 hours
- Up to 12
From$110
SeasonalGuided trip · Saranac Lake
Half Day Guided Ice Fishing
Trout, pike and walleye
- 4 hours
- Up to 2
From$110
Guided trip · Saranac Lake
Half Day Paddle Trip
Guided paddle on Saranac water
- 4 hours
- 1 person
From$80
Rental · Saranac Lake
Jackson Bite Angler Kayak
Fishing kayak rental
- 8 hours
- 1 person
From$80
Rental · Saranac Lake
Bluesky Angler 360
Fishing kayak rental
- 8 hours
- 1 person
From$125
Rental · Saranac Lake
Jackson Coosa X + Motorguide
Motorized fishing kayak rental
- 8 hours
- 1 person
From$160
SeasonalRental · Saranac Lake
BOTE Inflatable Dock
Floating dock rental for the crew
- 8 hours
- Up to 10
From$125
Saranac Lake · Adirondacks
Guided fishing and kayak rentals on Saranac Lake
BattleFish is a Veteran-owned guide service offering guided fishing trips and fishing kayak rentals on Saranac Lake in New York's Adirondack Mountains. Whether it's your first cast or your hundredth, every day is built around patient instruction, conservation-minded fishing and the crew you bring.
Book a half-day or full-day guided trip for salmon, trout, bass and walleye, rent a fishing kayak and explore at your own pace, or head out on the ice in winter for trout, pike and walleye.
- Where
- Saranac Lake, NY
- Trip length
- 4 hr or 8 hr
- Group size
- Up to 12 guests
- Adventures from
- $80
At a glance
Compare every adventure
| Adventure | Type | Target / use | Length | Group | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Guided Kayak Trip | TypeGuided trip · Seasonal | Target / useBass, walleye and more | Length8 hours | GroupUp to 12 | From$850 |
| Half Day Morning Fishing Trip | TypeGuided trip · Seasonal | Target / useSalmon, trout and bass | Length4 hours | GroupUp to 12 | From$110 |
| Half Day Afternoon Fishing Trip | TypeGuided trip · Seasonal | Target / useSalmon, trout and bass | Length4 hours | GroupUp to 12 | From$110 |
| Half Day Guided Ice Fishing | TypeGuided trip · Seasonal | Target / useTrout, pike and walleye | Length4 hours | GroupUp to 2 | From$110 |
| Half Day Paddle Trip | TypeGuided trip | Target / useGuided paddle on Saranac water | Length4 hours | Group1 person | From$80 |
| Jackson Bite Angler Kayak | TypeRental | Target / useFishing kayak rental | Length8 hours | Group1 person | From$80 |
| Bluesky Angler 360 | TypeRental | Target / useFishing kayak rental | Length8 hours | Group1 person | From$125 |
| Jackson Coosa X + Motorguide | TypeRental | Target / useMotorized fishing kayak rental | Length8 hours | Group1 person | From$160 |
| BOTE Inflatable Dock | TypeRental · Seasonal | Target / useFloating dock rental for the crew | Length8 hours | GroupUp to 10 | From$125 |
Prices are starting rates. Current pricing and open dates appear when you tap Book Now.
Find your fit
Which adventure is right for you?
Catch more fish with a guide
Half-day morning or afternoon trips, or a full day in a fishing kayak. Your guide handles the plan, the water and the coaching.
Best picks: Half Day Morning · Half Day Afternoon · Full Day Kayak
Fish on your own schedule
Rent a rigged fishing kayak for the day, from the Jackson Bite Angler to the Coosa X with a Motorguide trolling motor.
Best picks: Jackson Bite · Bluesky Angler 360 · Coosa X + Motorguide
Bring the whole crew
Guided half-day trips take groups of up to 12, and the BOTE inflatable dock gives up to 10 people a floating base on the lake.
Best picks: Guided half days · BOTE Inflatable Dock
Fish through the ice
When Saranac Lake freezes, a guided half day on the ice targets trout, northern pike and walleye for one or two anglers.
Best picks: Half Day Guided Ice Fishing
How it works
Book in three steps
- 01
Choose your adventure
Compare trips and rentals above. Filter by guided trips or rentals to narrow it down.
- 02
Pick a date
Tap Book Now to see open dates, choose your group size and reserve online.
- 03
Meet us on the water
Bring your fishing license, layers for the weather and a sense of adventure.
Where do BattleFish guided trips and rentals take place?
The guided trips and kayak rentals on this page run on Saranac Lake in New York's Adirondack Mountains. For other waters or a custom destination, send a trip request and we'll help plan it.
Request a custom tripHow long are the trips?
Half-day guided fishing trips, guided ice fishing and the paddle trip each run 4 hours. The full-day guided kayak trip runs 8 hours, and kayak and dock rentals are booked for 8 hours.
How many people can join a trip?
Half-day and full-day guided fishing trips take up to 12 guests. Guided ice fishing takes up to 2, the BOTE inflatable dock holds up to 10, and the paddle trip and each fishing kayak rental are for one person.
How much does a guided fishing trip cost?
Adventures start at $80 (Half Day Paddle Trip and Jackson Bite Angler Kayak). Half-day guided fishing trips start at $110 and the full-day guided kayak trip starts at $850. Tap Book Now on any adventure to see current pricing and open dates.
What fish can I catch on Saranac Lake?
Open-water guided trips target salmon, trout, bass and walleye. Winter ice fishing trips target trout, northern pike and walleye.
Do I need fishing experience?
No. Our guides offer patient instruction for first-timers and kids, and fresh challenges for experienced anglers. Every trip is built around your crew's experience level.
Do I need a New York fishing license?
New York requires a freshwater fishing license for anyone 16 or older. You can buy one online from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation before your trip.
Get a NY fishing licenseWhat does "Seasonal" mean on a trip?
Seasonal adventures are only offered at certain times of year, such as open-water trips in the warmer months and ice fishing once the lake freezes. Open dates appear as soon as you tap Book Now.
Is BattleFish Veteran-owned?
Yes. BattleFish was founded and is led by a U.S. Army Veteran, with a mission built on service, mentorship and conservation-minded fishing.
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