Sullivan County · stream · order 4 river · ~72 cfs typical
South Branch Sugar River
Stocked 5× on record · NH Fish and Game
South Branch Sugar River is a stream in Sullivan County, New Hampshire, stocked with Brook 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
Drizzle
73°
61°
8 mph
32%
Fri
Overcast
79°
59°
8 mph
10%
Sat
Overcast
84°
62°
7 mph
1%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 26 | Brook Trout | 100 | 4.17/lb | |
| May 20 | Brook Trout | 100 | 4.17/lb | |
| May 20 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 1.61/lb | |
| Apr 15 | Brook Trout | 100 | 5/lb | |
| Apr 15 | Rainbow Trout | 100 | 2.22/lb | |
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Nearby waters
- Gordon Woolen Mill Pond0.7 mi
- Long Pond Brook1.4 mi
- Lity Pond1.8 mi
- Rollins Pond1.7 mi
- North Branch Sugar River2.2 mistocked May 26, 2026
- Spring Brook2.9 mi
- Ram Brook2.6 mi
- Beaver Brook3.7 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 Sugar River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in South Branch Sugar River?+
South Branch Sugar River is stocked with Brook 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 South Branch Sugar River get stocked?+
Going by 5 records since 2026, stocking at South Branch Sugar River peaks in May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish South 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 South Branch Sugar River?+
South 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.