Franklin County · stream · order 5 river · ~273 cfs typical
South Branch Dead River
Stocked 6× on record · MDIFW
South Branch Dead River is a stream in Franklin County, Maine, stocked with Brook Trout — most recently on May 18, 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
Rain
70°
61°
9 mph
46%
Fri
Drizzle
78°
61°
7 mph
14%
Sat
Overcast
84°
59°
4 mph
12%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 18 | Brook Trout | 200 | ||
| May 18 | Brook Trout | 200 | ||
| May 18 | Brook Trout | 400 | ||
| Apr 15 | Brook Trout | 200 | ||
| Apr 15 | Brook Trout | 200 | ||
| Apr 15 | Brook Trout | 400 | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- North Branch Dead River0.0 mistocked May 26, 2026
- Stratton Brook2.1 mi
- Reed Brook2.2 mi
- Nash Stream3.4 mi
- Lutton Brook3.4 mi
- North Branch Dead River Reservoir3.9 mi
- Butler Pond4.8 mi
- Tim Brook4.4 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.
South Branch Dead River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in South Branch Dead River?+
South Branch Dead River is stocked with Brook Trout in Franklin County, Maine, most recently on May 18, 2026 by MDIFW. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does South Branch Dead River get stocked?+
Going by 6 records since 2026, stocking at South Branch Dead 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 South Branch Dead 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 South Branch Dead River?+
South Branch Dead River is a stream in Franklin County, Maine. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: MDIFW · updated May 18, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.