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Spring Trout Stocking (2023)

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Spring trout stocking begins in March and runs through early June. These listings reflect the anticipated distribution of yearling and older trout for the spring fishing season. Actual numbers and stocking times may vary depending on fish availability and weather conditions. The fish are stocked with help from County Federated Sportsmen.

Ways to View Stocking Information

Searchable Data/Map

Current Season Spring Trout Stocking (dataset) (leaves DEC site)
Use this searchable dataset on data.ny.gov to filter stocking information by county, waterbody, species, or size.

DECinfo Locator (interactive map)
Use this mapping tool to find details about stocked, and stocked-extended, as well as wild-quality and wild-premier trout streams statewide. For help on using this mapping feature, refer to the Trout Stream Fishing Map User Guide

Printable List (Statewide)

2023 New York Spring Trout Stocking List (PDF)

County Lists

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