Putnam County · reservoir · 440 acres
Middle Branch Reservoir
Middle Branch Reservoir is a reservoir in Putnam 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
Drizzle
74°
66°
9 mph
57%
Fri
Clear
80°
62°
5 mph
5%
Sat
Overcast
82°
64°
11 mph
11%
↗ 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
- Michael Brook0.9 mi
- Tonetta Brook1.4 mi
- Holly Stream2.2 mi
- Lake Gilead1.7 mistocked Apr 1, 2026
- Lake Tonetta2.1 mi
- Middle Branch Croton River2.5 mi
- Croton Falls Reservoir2.6 mistocked May 1, 2026
- Lake Gleneida2.4 mistocked Apr 1, 2026
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.
Middle Branch Reservoir fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Middle Branch Reservoir?+
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 Middle Branch Reservoir?+
Middle Branch Reservoir is a reservoir in Putnam County, New York. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.