Essex County · stream · order 5 river · ~122 cfs typical
Shawsheen River
Stocked 6× on record · MassWildlife
Shawsheen River is a stream in Essex County, Massachusetts, stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 14, 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
Overcast
83°
61°
7 mph
13%
Sat
Overcast
88°
65°
9 mph
16%
Sun
Overcast
90°
65°
11 mph
13%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 14 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 14 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 14 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 14 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 14 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 14 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
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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
- Cochichewick River0.2 mi
- Sutton Pond0.3 mi
- Osgood Pond0.5 mi
- Spicket River0.5 mistocked Apr 28, 2026
- North Canal Reservoir0.6 mi
- Merrimack River Reservoir1.5 mi
- Mill Pond Stevens Pond1.8 mi
- Stevens Pond1.8 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.
Shawsheen River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Shawsheen River?+
Shawsheen River is stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in Essex County, Massachusetts, most recently on May 14, 2026 by MassWildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Shawsheen River get stocked?+
Going by 6 records since 2026, stocking at Shawsheen 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 Shawsheen 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 Shawsheen River?+
Shawsheen River is a stream in Essex County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MassWildlife · updated May 14, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.