Cheshire County · stream · order 5 river · ~125 cfs typical
South Branch Ashuelot River
Stocked 4× on record · NH Fish and Game
South Branch Ashuelot River is a stream in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, stocked with Brown Trout — most recently on May 6, 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
74°
64°
9 mph
45%
Fri
Overcast
80°
60°
6 mph
16%
Sat
Overcast
84°
65°
7 mph
1%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 6 | Brown Trout | 375 | 2.8/lb | |
| May 6 | Brown Trout | 200 | 2.82/lb | |
| Apr 13 | Brown Trout | 375 | 2.5/lb | |
| Apr 13 | Brown Trout | 200 | 2.5/lb | |
Angler reports
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Nearby waters
- Ash Swamp Brook1.3 mi
- Wilson Pond1.1 mi
- Wilson Pond1.3 mi
- Beaver Brook2.0 mi
- The Branch2.1 mi
- Upper Wilson Pond1.9 mi
- Martin Brook2.9 mistocked Apr 15, 2026
- Ashuelot River Reservoir3.1 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.
South Branch Ashuelot River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in South Branch Ashuelot River?+
South Branch Ashuelot River is stocked with Brown Trout in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, most recently on May 6, 2026 by NH Fish and Game. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does South Branch Ashuelot River get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2026, stocking at South Branch Ashuelot 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 Ashuelot 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 South Branch Ashuelot River?+
South Branch Ashuelot River is a stream in Cheshire County, New Hampshire. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NH Fish and Game · updated May 6, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.