Essex County · stream · order 3 river · ~4 cfs typical
Indian River
Indian River is a stream in Essex County, Massachusetts. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Massachusetts's fish & wildlife agency; 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
79°
59°
7 mph
9%
Sat
Overcast
85°
64°
9 mph
15%
Sun
Overcast
87°
67°
11 mph
13%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Mill Pond1.0 mi
- Cobbler Brook1.2 mi
- Artichoke River1.2 mi
- Lower Artichoke Reservoir1.7 mi
- Bailey Pond2.0 mi
- Upper Artichoke Reservoir2.0 mi
- Lake Attitash2.4 mi
- Powwow River2.4 mistocked Apr 28, 2026
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.
Indian River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Indian 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 Indian River?+
Indian River is a stream in Essex County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.