Dutchess County · stream · order 6 river · ~284 cfs typical
Fishkill Creek
Stocked 22× since 2024 · NYSDEC
Fishkill Creek is a stream in Dutchess 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
76°
66°
11 mph
49%
Fri
Partly cloudy
82°
65°
7 mph
6%
Sat
Overcast
84°
70°
8 mph
6%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Mar 18 | Brown Trout | 40 | 12" | |
| Mar 18 | Brown Trout | 360 | 9" | |
| Mar 18 | Brown Trout | 340 | 12" | |
| Mar 18 | Brown Trout | 2,810 | 9" | |
| Mar 18 | Brown Trout | 280 | 12" | |
| Mar 18 | Brown Trout | 2,360 | 9" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 360 | 6.8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 40 | 13.8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 2,340 | 6.8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 260 | 13.8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 2,470 | 6.8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 20 | 13.8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 160 | 6.8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 270 | 13.8" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 40 | 11.2" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 340 | 8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 2,350 | 8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 270 | 11.2" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 20 | 11.2" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 150 | 8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 2,220 | 8" | |
| Mar 1 | Brown Trout | 260 | 11.2" | |
When does Fishkill Creek get stocked?
Going by 22 records since 2024, stocking here peaks in March.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Melzingah Reservoir1.1 mi
- Quassaic Creek1.3 mi
- Lake Surprise2.3 mi
- Beacon Reservoir2.1 mi
- Cold Spring Reservoir2.5 mi
- Moodna Creek2.8 mistocked Mar 25, 2026
- Barett Pond2.7 mi
- Little Falls Pond2.5 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.
Fishkill Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Fishkill Creek?+
Fishkill Creek is stocked with Brown Trout in Dutchess County, New York, most recently on Mar 18, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Fishkill Creek get stocked?+
Going by 22 records since 2024, stocking at Fishkill Creek peaks in March. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Fishkill 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 Fishkill Creek?+
Fishkill Creek is a stream in Dutchess 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.