Apache County · stream · order 5 river · ~58 cfs typical
West Fork Black River
Stocked 8× on record · AZGFD
West Fork Black River is a stream in Apache County, Arizona, stocked with Rainbow Trout — most recently on Jul 27, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from AZGFD; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
87°
58°
13 mph
16%
Fri
Overcast
87°
59°
20 mph
25%
Sat
Overcast
86°
62°
12 mph
41%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Scheduled stockings ahead
Aug 3, 2026 — Rainbow Trout
Aug 10, 2026 — Rainbow Trout
Aug 24, 2026 — Rainbow Trout
Aug 31, 2026 — Rainbow Trout
Published schedule — agencies adjust for weather and water.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jul 27 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Jun 15 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Jun 8 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Jun 1 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 25 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 18 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 11 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 4 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does West Fork Black River get stocked?
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in May and June.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- East Fork Black River0.1 mistocked Jul 27, 2026
- Horse Creek0.2 mi
- Borrow Pit Tank0.7 mi
- Home Creek1.2 mi
- L Fifty-six Tank1.2 mi
- Dart Tank1.6 mi
- Resspass Tank1.4 mi
- Beaver Creek1.6 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official AZ regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
West Fork Black River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Fork Black River?+
West Fork Black River is stocked with Rainbow Trout in Apache County, Arizona, most recently on Jul 27, 2026 by AZGFD. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Fork Black River get stocked?+
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking at West Fork Black River peaks in May and June. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish West Fork Black River?+
Yes — Arizona requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is West Fork Black River?+
West Fork Black River is a stream in Apache County, Arizona. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: AZGFD · updated Jul 27, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.