Cattaraugus County · stream · order 4 river · ~43 cfs typical
Forks Creek
Stocked 4× since 2024 · NYSDEC
Forks Creek is a stream in Cattaraugus 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
72°
55°
12 mph
1%
Fri
Overcast
80°
59°
4 mph
0%
Sat
Drizzle
81°
63°
9 mph
36%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 4 | Brown Trout | 320 | 9" | |
| Apr 4 | Brown Trout | 40 | 12" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 1,110 | 9.4" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 130 | 13.7" | |
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Nearby waters
- Willoughby Creek2.2 mi
- Wrights Creek2.4 mistocked Apr 1, 2024
- Plum Creek3.6 mi
- Elk Creek3.9 mi
- Great Valley Creek6.0 mistocked Apr 4, 2026
- Beaver Meadows Creek6.7 mi
- Devereaux Branch6.7 mi
- Windfall Creek7.4 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.
Forks Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Forks Creek?+
Forks Creek is stocked with Brown Trout in Cattaraugus County, New York, most recently on Apr 4, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Forks Creek get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2024, stocking at Forks Creek peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Forks 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 Forks Creek?+
Forks Creek is a stream in Cattaraugus 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.