Delaware County · stream · order 6 river · ~1,583 cfs typical
East Branch Delaware River
Stocked 12× since 2024 · NYSDEC
East Branch Delaware River is a stream in Delaware County, New York, stocked with Brown Trout — most recently on Apr 25, 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
Mostly clear
83°
61°
7 mph
2%
Sat
Overcast
86°
63°
7 mph
4%
Sun
Drizzle
79°
64°
10 mph
39%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 25 | Brown Trout | 140 | 12" | |
| Apr 25 | Brown Trout | 1,600 | 9" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 110 | 11.9" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 1,420 | 7.1" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 20 | 11.9" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 160 | 7.1" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 800 | 8.4" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 90 | 13.7" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 1,420 | 8.4" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 170 | 13.7" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 60 | 13.7" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 550 | 8.4" | |
When does East Branch Delaware River get stocked?
Going by 12 records since 2024, stocking here peaks in April.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- West Branch Delaware River0.0 mistocked May 18, 2026
- Shehawken Creek0.5 mistocked Apr 21, 2026
- Hancock Reservoir1.3 mi
- Busfield Pond1.6 mi
- Sands Creek1.4 mi
- Cadosia Creek1.9 mi
- Peas Eddy Brook2.5 mi
- Randall Lake3.2 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.
East Branch Delaware River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in East Branch Delaware River?+
East Branch Delaware River is stocked with Brown Trout in Delaware County, New York, most recently on Apr 25, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does East Branch Delaware River get stocked?+
Going by 12 records since 2024, stocking at East Branch Delaware River peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish East Branch Delaware 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 East Branch Delaware River?+
East Branch Delaware River is a stream in Delaware County, New York. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NYSDEC · updated Apr 25, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.