Franklin County · stream
Sawmill River
Stocked 6× on record · MassWildlife
Sawmill River is a stream in Franklin County, Massachusetts, stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 12, 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
Drizzle
77°
66°
10 mph
35%
Fri
Rain
82°
64°
8 mph
14%
Sat
Overcast
90°
66°
8 mph
2%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 12 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 12 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 12 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
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Field notes
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All Massachusetts waters with brown trout → · All Massachusetts waters with rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Whitmore Pond1.7 mi
- Clapp Pond1.7 mi
- Chard Pond2.0 mi
- Fuller Swamp Brook2.3 mi
- Cranberry Pond2.9 mi
- Deerfield River3.6 mistocked May 15, 2026
- Green River3.6 mi
- Lake Pleasant3.6 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.
Sawmill River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Sawmill River?+
Sawmill River is stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in Franklin County, Massachusetts, most recently on May 12, 2026 by MassWildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Sawmill River get stocked?+
Going by 6 records since 2026, stocking at Sawmill 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 Sawmill 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 Sawmill River?+
Sawmill River is a stream in Franklin County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MassWildlife · updated May 12, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.