Grafton County · stream · order 4 river · ~81 cfs typical
South Branch Baker River
Stocked 4× on record · NH Fish and Game
South Branch Baker River is a stream in Grafton County, New Hampshire, stocked with Brook Trout — most recently on Jun 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
Fog
81°
60°
9 mph
7%
Sat
Overcast
86°
64°
6 mph
4%
Sun
Drizzle
82°
63°
8 mph
28%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jun 12 | Brook Trout | 250 | 4.17/lb | |
| Jun 12 | Brook Trout | 55 | 4.23/lb | |
| May 19 | Brook Trout | 100 | 4.55/lb | |
| May 19 | Brook Trout | 250 | 4.17/lb | |
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Nearby waters
- Baker Floodwater Reservoir Site0.9 mi
- Baker Floodwater Reservoir Site2.0 mi
- Pond Brook2.4 mi
- Atwell Brook2.8 mi
- Rocky Brook2.8 mi
- South Branch Baker River Reservoir4.3 mi
- Halls Brook3.9 mi
- Clifford Brook4.9 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 Baker River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in South Branch Baker River?+
South Branch Baker River is stocked with Brook Trout in Grafton County, New Hampshire, most recently on Jun 12, 2026 by NH Fish and Game. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does South Branch Baker River get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2026, stocking at South Branch Baker River peaks in May and June. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish South Branch Baker 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 Baker River?+
South Branch Baker River is a stream in Grafton County, New Hampshire. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NH Fish and Game · updated Jun 12, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.