Sullivan County · stream · order 5 river · ~123 cfs typical
North Branch Sugar River
Stocked 10× on record · NH Fish and Game
North Branch Sugar River is a stream in Sullivan County, New Hampshire, stocked with Brook Trout, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 26, 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
Fog
79°
58°
7 mph
9%
Sat
Overcast
84°
61°
7 mph
2%
Sun
Overcast
83°
63°
10 mph
25%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 26 | Brook Trout | 100 | 4.17/lb | |
| May 26 | Brook Trout | 430 | 4.22/lb | |
| May 26 | Brook Trout | 250 | 4.17/lb | |
| May 26 | Brown Trout | 600 | 2.4/lb | |
| May 26 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 1.7/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brook Trout | 350 | 4.73/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brook Trout | 200 | 4.76/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brown Trout | 400 | 3.2/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Rainbow Trout | 250 | 2.19/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brook Trout | 100 | 4.76/lb | |
When does North Branch Sugar River get stocked?
Going by 10 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in April and May.
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Nearby waters
- Beaver Brook1.6 mi
- Rollins Pond1.9 mi
- South Branch Sugar River2.2 mistocked May 26, 2026
- Gordon Woolen Mill Pond2.4 mi
- Ram Brook2.6 mi
- Long Pond Brook2.2 mi
- Lity Pond2.4 mi
- Peabody Brook2.8 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.
North Branch Sugar River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in North Branch Sugar River?+
North Branch Sugar River is stocked with Brook Trout, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in Sullivan County, New Hampshire, most recently on May 26, 2026 by NH Fish and Game. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does North Branch Sugar River get stocked?+
Going by 10 records since 2026, stocking at North Branch Sugar 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 North Branch Sugar 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 North Branch Sugar River?+
North Branch Sugar River is a stream in Sullivan County, New Hampshire. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NH Fish and Game · updated May 26, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.