Hampshire County · stream · order 3 river · ~41 cfs typical
North Branch Manhan River
Stocked 8× on record · MassWildlife
North Branch Manhan River is a stream in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 6, 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
41%
Fri
Overcast
80°
64°
7 mph
15%
Sat
Overcast
84°
65°
7 mph
3%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does North Branch Manhan River get stocked?
Going by 8 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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All Massachusetts waters with brown trout → · All Massachusetts waters with rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Hannum Brook0.4 mi
- Bassett Brook1.2 mi
- Rubber Thread Pond1.3 mi
- Manhan River Reservoir (historical)1.4 mi
- Nashawannuck Pond1.8 mistocked May 12, 2026
- Lower Millpond2.0 mi
- Lost Pond2.8 mi
- Parsons Brook3.0 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 Manhan River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in North Branch Manhan River?+
North Branch Manhan River is stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, most recently on May 6, 2026 by MassWildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does North Branch Manhan River get stocked?+
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking at North Branch Manhan 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 North Branch Manhan 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 Manhan River?+
North Branch Manhan River is a stream in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MassWildlife · updated May 6, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.