Berkshire County · stream · order 5 river · ~59 cfs typical
North Branch Hoosic River
Stocked 4× on record · MassWildlife
North Branch Hoosic River is a stream in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Apr 29, 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
73°
63°
10 mph
47%
Fri
Overcast
79°
61°
6 mph
13%
Sat
Overcast
82°
64°
7 mph
2%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 29 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 29 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 31 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 31 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Lower Reservoir0.7 mi
- Witts Pond0.9 mi
- Upper Reservoir0.9 mi
- North Branch Hoosic River Reservoir1.0 mi
- Windsor Lake1.5 mistocked May 13, 2026
- Hudson Brook1.5 mistocked Apr 29, 2026
- Phillips Creek2.0 mi
- Notch Reservoir2.4 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.
North Branch Hoosic River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in North Branch Hoosic River?+
North Branch Hoosic River is stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, most recently on Apr 29, 2026 by MassWildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does North Branch Hoosic River get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2026, stocking at North Branch Hoosic River peaks in March and April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish North Branch Hoosic 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 North Branch Hoosic River?+
North Branch Hoosic River is a stream in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MassWildlife · updated Apr 29, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.