Franklin County · stream · order 6 river · ~1,563 cfs typical
Deerfield River
Stocked 21× on record · MassWildlife
Deerfield River is a stream in Franklin County, Massachusetts, stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 15, 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
77°
66°
10 mph
39%
Fri
Overcast
81°
63°
7 mph
18%
Sat
Overcast
85°
65°
10 mph
5%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 15 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 15 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 15 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 13 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 13 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 13 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 13 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 28 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 28 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 17 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 17 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 14 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 14 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 9 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 9 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 9 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 31 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 31 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does Deerfield River get stocked?
Going by 21 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in April and May.
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 brown trout → · All Massachusetts waters with rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Montague Power Canal Reservoir1.3 mi
- Green River1.3 mi
- Maynard Pond2.4 mi
- Mill Brook2.4 mi
- Connecticut River Reservoir2.6 mi
- Nash Pond2.6 mi
- Fall River2.8 mi
- Turners Falls Reservoir2.5 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.
Deerfield River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Deerfield River?+
Deerfield River is stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in Franklin County, Massachusetts, most recently on May 15, 2026 by MassWildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Deerfield River get stocked?+
Going by 21 records since 2026, stocking at Deerfield 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 Deerfield 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 Deerfield River?+
Deerfield River is a stream in Franklin County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MassWildlife · updated May 15, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.