Hampshire County · stream · order 4 river · ~232 cfs typical
West Branch Westfield River
Stocked 12× on record · MassWildlife
West Branch Westfield River is a stream in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, stocked with Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 7, 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
81°
62°
8 mph
10%
Sat
Overcast
85°
66°
6 mph
5%
Sun
Drizzle
83°
65°
11 mph
26%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 7 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| May 7 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| May 7 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| May 7 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 27 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 27 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 27 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 27 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does West Branch Westfield River get stocked?
Going by 12 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in March through May.
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 brook trout → · All Massachusetts waters with rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Roaring Brook0.9 mi
- Westfield River Reservoir1.0 mi
- Black Brook Reservoir1.6 mistocked May 1, 2024
- Middle Branch Westfield River2.0 mistocked May 4, 2026
- Russell Reservoir2.4 mi
- Huntington Reservoir1.9 mi
- Stage Brook3.0 mi
- Black 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.
West Branch Westfield River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Branch Westfield River?+
West Branch Westfield River is stocked with Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, most recently on May 7, 2026 by MassWildlife. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Branch Westfield River get stocked?+
Going by 12 records since 2026, stocking at West Branch Westfield River peaks in March through May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish West Branch Westfield 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 West Branch Westfield River?+
West Branch Westfield River is a stream in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MassWildlife · updated May 7, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.