Broome County · stream · order 6 river · ~2,165 cfs typical
Chenango River
Stocked 12× since 2024 · NYSDEC
Chenango River is a stream in Broome County, New York, stocked with Brown Trout — most recently on Apr 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
73°
65°
8 mph
34%
Fri
Overcast
83°
61°
6 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
86°
65°
10 mph
2%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 4 | Brown Trout | 110 | 12" | |
| Apr 4 | Brown Trout | 1,000 | 9" | |
| Apr 4 | Brown Trout | 160 | 9" | |
| Apr 4 | Brown Trout | 20 | 12" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 40 | 14.3" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 630 | 9.6" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 160 | 9.6" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 10 | 14.3" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 70 | 14.3" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 360 | 9.6" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 300 | 13.6" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 2,540 | 9.5" | |
When does Chenango River get stocked?
Going by 12 records since 2024, stocking here peaks in April.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Bayless Creek0.1 mi
- South Mountain Reservoir0.9 mi
- Pierce Creek2.6 mi
- Phelps Creek3.4 mi
- Little Choconut Creek3.4 mi
- Agwaterra Pond4.3 mi
- Castle Creek4.8 mi
- Stratton Mill Creek3.7 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.
Chenango River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Chenango River?+
Chenango River is stocked with Brown Trout in Broome County, New York, most recently on Apr 4, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Chenango River get stocked?+
Going by 12 records since 2024, stocking at Chenango River peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Chenango River?+
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 Chenango River?+
Chenango River is a stream in Broome County, New York. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NYSDEC · updated Apr 4, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.