Ulster County · stream · order 6 river · ~886 cfs typical
Esopus Creek
Esopus Creek is a stream in Ulster County, New York. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from New York'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
Fog
81°
61°
4 mph
5%
Sat
Overcast
83°
63°
6 mph
11%
Sun
Overcast
89°
67°
12 mph
29%
↗ 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
- Sawyer Kill0.8 mi
- Stony Creek2.3 mi
- Saw Kill3.6 mi
- Plattekill Creek4.5 mistocked Apr 4, 2026
- Mudder Kill5.3 mi
- Beaver Kill5.3 mi
- Lake Katrine5.9 mi
- Saugerties Reservoir5.3 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.
Esopus Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Esopus 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 Esopus Creek?+
Esopus Creek is a stream in Ulster County, New York. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.