Jefferson County · stream · order 2 river · ~6 cfs typical
Black Creek
Stocked 21× since 2023 · NYSDEC
Black Creek is a stream in Jefferson County, New York, stocked with Brook Trout, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 4, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from NYSDEC; 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
80°
66°
9 mph
26%
Fri
Overcast
82°
64°
8 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
86°
65°
10 mph
27%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 4 | Brown Trout | 500 | 12" | |
| May 4 | Brown Trout | 4,170 | 9" | |
| Apr 18 | Brown Trout | 50 | 12" | |
| Apr 18 | Brown Trout | 440 | 9" | |
| Apr 4 | Brown Trout | 70 | 12" | |
| Apr 4 | Rainbow Trout | 560 | 9" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 4,130 | 9.2" | |
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 460 | 13.8" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 50 | 12.1" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 430 | 7.1" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 850 | 9.8" | |
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 460 | 13.8" | |
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 3,940 | 9.2" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 40 | 13.7" | |
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 390 | 10" | |
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 150 | 10" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 320 | 8.2" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 40 | 13.8" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 20 | 13.7" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 2,040 | 9.2" | |
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 230 | 13.6" | |
When does Black Creek get stocked?
Going by 21 records since 2023, stocking here peaks in April and May.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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All New York waters with brook trout → · All New York waters with brown trout →
Nearby waters
- McCarn Creek2.1 mi
- Barrett Creek2.4 mi
- French Creek2.7 mi
- Mullet Creek3.6 mi
- Lake of the Isles6.9 mi
- Lucky Star Lake7.6 mi
- Wheeler Creek7.4 mi
- Stone Mills Creek10.3 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official NY regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Black Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Black Creek?+
Black Creek is stocked with Brook Trout, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in Jefferson County, New York, most recently on May 4, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Black Creek get stocked?+
Going by 21 records since 2023, stocking at Black Creek peaks in April and May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Black Creek?+
Yes — New York 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 Black Creek?+
Black Creek is a stream in Jefferson County, New York. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NYSDEC · updated May 4, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.