Union County · stream · order 3 river · ~4 cfs typical
West Branch Elizabeth River
West Branch Elizabeth River is a stream in Union County, New Jersey. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from New Jersey's fish & wildlife agency; 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
Overcast
87°
66°
6 mph
12%
Sat
Overcast
87°
67°
14 mph
6%
Sun
Drizzle
88°
71°
15 mph
25%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Weequahic Lake1.9 mi
- East Branch Rahway River3.4 mi
- Elizabeth River4.2 mi
- Morses Creek4.4 mi
- Old Place Creek4.5 mi
- Nomahegan Brook4.1 mi
- Jacksons Pond4.9 mi
- Diamond Mill Pond4.5 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official NJ regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
West Branch Elizabeth River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish West Branch Elizabeth River?+
Yes — New Jersey 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 West Branch Elizabeth River?+
West Branch Elizabeth River is a stream in Union County, New Jersey. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.