Merrimack County · stream · order 5 river · ~418 cfs typical
Suncook River
Stocked 12× on record · NH Fish and Game
Suncook River is a stream in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, stocked with Brook Trout, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 21, 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
78°
64°
10 mph
33%
Fri
Overcast
80°
61°
6 mph
8%
Sat
Overcast
89°
64°
11 mph
10%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 21 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | 2.31/lb | |
| May 18 | Brown Trout | 600 | 3.8/lb | |
| May 15 | Brook Trout | 265 | 3.68/lb | |
| May 5 | Rainbow Trout | 295 | 2.54/lb | |
| May 5 | Rainbow Trout | 275 | 2.55/lb | |
| May 5 | Rainbow Trout | 405 | 2.53/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brown Trout | 400 | 2.8/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brown Trout | 200 | 2.82/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brook Trout | 500 | 3.5/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brown Trout | 400 | 2.8/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brook Trout | 220 | 3.49/lb | |
| Apr 21 | Brook Trout | 280 | 3.5/lb | |
When does Suncook River get stocked?
Going by 12 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in April and May.
Angler reports
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All New Hampshire waters with brook trout → · All New Hampshire waters with brown trout →
Nearby waters
- Spectacle Ponds0.6 mi
- Spectacle Ponds (historical)0.7 mi
- Saw Mill Pond0.7 mi
- Island Pond1.3 mi
- Browns Brook1.4 mi
- Merrimack River Reservoir1.8 mi
- Bow Bog Brook1.8 mi
- Pinnacle Pond2.2 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.
Suncook River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Suncook River?+
Suncook River is stocked with Brook Trout, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, most recently on May 21, 2026 by NH Fish and Game. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Suncook River get stocked?+
Going by 12 records since 2026, stocking at Suncook 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 Suncook 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 Suncook River?+
Suncook River is a stream in Merrimack County, New Hampshire. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NH Fish and Game · updated May 21, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.