Tompkins County · stream · order 4 river · ~97 cfs typical
Salmon Creek
Stocked 18× since 2023 · NYSDEC
Salmon Creek is a stream in Tompkins County, New York, stocked with Brown Trout, Landlocked Salmon and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Apr 1, 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
83°
63°
7 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
88°
67°
11 mph
8%
Sun
Drizzle
75°
68°
13 mph
79%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 8" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 3.4" | |
| May 1 | Landlocked Salmon | 10,000 | 1.79" | |
| May 1 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 6.4" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Rainbow Trout | 8,500 | 3.7" | |
| Oct 1 | Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 3.8" | |
| Oct 1 | Landlocked Salmon | 21,600 | 4.5" | |
| May 1 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 6.8" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 210 | 13.6" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 1,760 | 9.4" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 210 | 13.6" | |
| Apr 1 | Landlocked Salmon | 10,000 | 2" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 1,770 | 9.5" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Oct 1 | Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 3.6" | |
| May 1 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 6.8" | |
| May 1 | Landlocked Salmon | 10,000 | 2.5" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 200 | 13.8" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 1,770 | 8.8" | |
When does Salmon Creek get stocked?
Going by 18 records since 2023, stocking here peaks in April.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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All New York waters with brown trout → · All New York waters with landlocked salmon →
Nearby waters
- Willow Creek1.0 mi
- Locke Creek2.7 mi
- Taughannock Creek2.6 mi
- Cold Spring Branch3.4 mi
- Trumansburg Creek4.2 mi
- Cayuga Inlet5.8 mistocked Apr 1, 2026
- Fall Creek5.8 mistocked Apr 18, 2026
- Cascadilla Creek6.3 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.
Salmon Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Salmon Creek?+
Salmon Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Landlocked Salmon and Rainbow Trout in Tompkins County, New York, most recently on Apr 1, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Salmon Creek get stocked?+
Going by 18 records since 2023, stocking at Salmon Creek peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Salmon 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 Salmon Creek?+
Salmon Creek is a stream in Tompkins County, New York. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NYSDEC · updated Apr 1, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.