Cattaraugus County · stream · order 5 river · ~177 cfs typical
South Branch Cattaraugus Creek
Stocked 4× since 2024 · NYSDEC
South Branch Cattaraugus Creek is a stream in Cattaraugus County, New York, stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow 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
77°
59°
14 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
85°
63°
7 mph
1%
Sat
Drizzle
87°
68°
14 mph
49%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 4 | Rainbow Trout | 1,010 | 9" | |
| Apr 4 | Brown Trout | 120 | 12" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 80 | 13.7" | |
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 680 | 10" | |
Angler reports
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All New York waters with brown trout → · All New York waters with rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Point Peter Brook1.3 mi
- Grannis Creek3.0 mi
- Thatcher Brook3.2 mi
- Waterman Brook3.3 mi
- Utley Brook4.7 mi
- North Branch Clear Creek6.3 mi
- Mansfield Creek6.9 mistocked Apr 4, 2026
- Clear Lake8.2 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.
South Branch Cattaraugus Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in South Branch Cattaraugus Creek?+
South Branch Cattaraugus Creek is stocked with Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout in Cattaraugus County, New York, most recently on Apr 4, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does South Branch Cattaraugus Creek get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2024, stocking at South Branch Cattaraugus Creek peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish South Branch Cattaraugus 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 South Branch Cattaraugus Creek?+
South Branch Cattaraugus 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.