Belknap County · stream · order 3 river · ~16 cfs typical · seasonal
Gunstock River
Stocked 2× on record · NH Fish and Game
Gunstock River is a stream in Belknap County, New Hampshire, stocked with Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 12, 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
Overcast
81°
60°
8 mph
11%
Sat
Overcast
88°
63°
7 mph
12%
Sun
Overcast
86°
62°
9 mph
21%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 12 | Rainbow Trout | 200 | 2.22/lb | |
| May 5 | Brook Trout | 700 | 4.58/lb | |
Angler reports
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Nearby waters
- Lily Pond1.5 mi
- Saltmarsh Pond3.8 mistocked May 12, 2026
- Lake Winnipesaukee3.9 mistocked Jun 18, 2026
- Opechee Bay Reservoir4.1 mi
- Opechee Bay4.1 mi
- Perley Pond4.6 mi
- Footes Pond4.6 mi
- Roberts Pond6.0 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.
Gunstock River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Gunstock River?+
Gunstock River is stocked with Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout in Belknap County, New Hampshire, most recently on May 12, 2026 by NH Fish and Game. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
Do I need a license to fish Gunstock 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 Gunstock River?+
Gunstock 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 12, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.