Worcester County · stream · order 4 river · ~53 cfs typical
Burnshirt River
Stocked 4× on record · MassWildlife
Burnshirt River is a stream in Worcester County, Massachusetts, stocked with Brook Trout and Brown Trout — most recently on May 7, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from MassWildlife; 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
Rain
75°
63°
10 mph
54%
Fri
Fog
78°
58°
7 mph
22%
Sat
Overcast
82°
63°
8 mph
2%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 7 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| May 7 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Brown Trout | — | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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All Massachusetts waters with brook trout → · All Massachusetts waters with brown trout →
Nearby waters
- Canesto Brook0.5 mi
- Parkers Brook1.9 mistocked Apr 23, 2026
- West Branch Ware River1.5 mistocked May 8, 2026
- East Branch Ware River1.5 mistocked May 8, 2026
- Natty Pond Brook2.1 mistocked Apr 21, 2026
- Powder Mill Pond2.6 mi
- Longmeadow Brook2.9 mi
- Muddy Pond3.7 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official MA regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Burnshirt River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Burnshirt River?+
Burnshirt River is stocked with Brook Trout and Brown Trout in Worcester County, Massachusetts, most recently on May 7, 2026 by MassWildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Burnshirt River get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2026, stocking at Burnshirt River peaks in April and May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Burnshirt River?+
Yes — Massachusetts 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 Burnshirt River?+
Burnshirt River is a stream in Worcester County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MassWildlife · updated May 7, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.