Franklin County · stream · order 5 river · ~204 cfs typical
North River
North River is a stream in Franklin 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
Partly cloudy
77°
61°
7 mph
14%
Sat
Overcast
81°
64°
8 mph
6%
Sun
Overcast
81°
62°
11 mph
29%
↗ 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
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Albert Davenport Pond1.1 mi
- Deerfield River Reservoir1.2 mi
- Shelburne Falls Fire District Reservoir1.3 mi
- Number 3 Forebay Reservoir2.0 mi
- Deerfield River Reservoir2.0 mi
- McLeod Pond1.9 mi
- North River Reservoir2.3 mi
- West Branch North River2.4 mistocked May 11, 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.
North River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish North 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 River?+
North River is a stream in Franklin County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.