Cattaraugus County · stream · order 5 river · ~111 cfs typical
Elton Creek
Stocked 4× since 2024 · NYSDEC
Elton Creek is a stream in Cattaraugus County, New York, stocked with Brown Trout — most recently on Mar 18, 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
74°
58°
13 mph
3%
Fri
Overcast
83°
60°
6 mph
1%
Sat
Drizzle
84°
64°
11 mph
32%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Mar 18 | Brown Trout | 3,770 | 9" | |
| Mar 18 | Brown Trout | 400 | 12" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 3,550 | 9.2" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 360 | 13.7" | |
Angler reports
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Nearby waters
- Hosmer Brook0.8 mi
- Stony Creek1.0 mi
- Lime Lake Outlet2.4 mi
- McKinstry Creek4.5 mi
- Lucky Lakes5.3 mi
- Sucker Pond5.8 mi
- Frog Pond5.9 mi
- Clear Creek5.0 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.
Elton Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Elton Creek?+
Elton Creek is stocked with Brown Trout in Cattaraugus County, New York, most recently on Mar 18, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Elton Creek get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2024, stocking at Elton Creek peaks in March. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Elton 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 Elton Creek?+
Elton Creek is a stream in Cattaraugus County, New York. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NYSDEC · updated Mar 18, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.