Cumberland County · stream · order 4 river · ~71 cfs typical
Piscataqua River
Stocked 4× on record · MDIFW
Piscataqua River is a stream in Cumberland County, Maine, stocked with Brook Trout and Brown Trout — most recently on May 1, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from MDIFW; 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
82°
66°
8 mph
12%
Sat
Overcast
79°
65°
9 mph
2%
Sun
Overcast
84°
63°
12 mph
13%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 900 | ||
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 250 | ||
| Apr 14 | Brook Trout | 150 | ||
| Apr 14 | Brook Trout | 150 | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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All Maine waters with brook trout → · All Maine waters with brown trout →
Nearby waters
- East Branch Piscataqua River0.2 mi
- Scitterygusset Creek2.3 mi
- Mill Brook2.6 mi
- Presumpscot River3.4 mistocked Jun 8, 2026
- Mill Brook3.7 mi
- Mill Creek3.3 mi
- Blanchard Pond5.1 mi
- Stroudwater River5.2 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official ME regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Piscataqua River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Piscataqua River?+
Piscataqua River is stocked with Brook Trout and Brown Trout in Cumberland County, Maine, most recently on May 1, 2026 by MDIFW. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Piscataqua River get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2026, stocking at Piscataqua 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 Piscataqua River?+
Yes — Maine 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 Piscataqua River?+
Piscataqua River is a stream in Cumberland County, Maine. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MDIFW · updated May 1, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.