Belknap County · stream · order 4 river · ~52 cfs typical
Big River
Stocked 4× on record · NH Fish and Game
Big River is a stream in Belknap County, New Hampshire, stocked with Brook Trout — most recently on May 11, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from NH Fish and Game; 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
75°
62°
10 mph
25%
Fri
Overcast
78°
61°
5 mph
10%
Sat
Overcast
85°
63°
9 mph
6%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 11 | Brook Trout | 575 | 1.05/lb | |
| May 11 | Brook Trout | 550 | 4.26/lb | |
| Apr 24 | Brook Trout | 550 | 4.23/lb | |
| Apr 24 | Brook Trout | 575 | 4.23/lb | |
Angler reports
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Nearby waters
- Crooked Run0.6 mi
- Webster Stream1.1 mi
- Huntress Pond1.2 mi
- Suncook River Reservoir1.5 mi
- Little River1.5 mi
- Brindle Pond2.3 mi
- Wheeler Brook1.8 mi
- Lower Suncook Lake2.5 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official NH regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Big River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Big River?+
Big River is stocked with Brook Trout in Belknap County, New Hampshire, most recently on May 11, 2026 by NH Fish and Game. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Big River get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2026, stocking at Big 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 Big River?+
Yes — New Hampshire 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 Big River?+
Big River is a stream in Belknap County, New Hampshire. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NH Fish and Game · updated May 11, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.