Hampshire County · stream · order 4 river · ~128 cfs typical
Middle Branch Westfield River
Stocked 8× on record · MassWildlife
Middle Branch Westfield River is a stream in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, stocked with Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 4, 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
Fog
81°
61°
7 mph
8%
Sat
Overcast
83°
65°
6 mph
11%
Sun
Drizzle
83°
65°
11 mph
25%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 4 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 4 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 4 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 4 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Brook Trout | — | ||
When does Middle Branch Westfield River get stocked?
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in April and May.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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All Massachusetts waters with brook trout → · All Massachusetts waters with rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Littleville Lake1.7 mistocked May 18, 2026
- West Branch Westfield River2.0 mistocked May 7, 2026
- Knightville Reservoir2.4 mi
- Roaring Brook2.6 mi
- Westfield River Reservoir2.7 mi
- Huntington Reservoir2.8 mi
- Little River3.6 mi
- Black Brook Reservoir3.6 mistocked May 1, 2024
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.
Middle Branch Westfield River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Middle Branch Westfield River?+
Middle Branch Westfield River is stocked with Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, most recently on May 4, 2026 by MassWildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Middle Branch Westfield River get stocked?+
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking at Middle Branch Westfield 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 Middle Branch Westfield 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 Middle Branch Westfield River?+
Middle Branch Westfield River is a stream in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MassWildlife · updated May 4, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.