Jefferson County · stream · order 5 river · ~231 cfs typical
South Sandy Creek
Stocked 11× since 2023 · NYSDEC
South Sandy Creek is a stream in Jefferson County, New York, stocked with Brook Trout, Landlocked Salmon and Steelhead — most recently on May 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
79°
65°
15 mph
26%
Fri
Overcast
76°
62°
7 mph
4%
Sat
Overcast
86°
64°
10 mph
15%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 4 | Brook Trout | 510 | 9" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 80 | 9.2" | |
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 260 | 9.2" | |
| Apr 1 | Landlocked Salmon | 10,320 | 7.2" | |
| Apr 1 | Steelhead | 21,250 | 5.1" | |
| Apr 1 | Landlocked Salmon | 40,000 | 5.7" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 360 | 10" | |
| Apr 1 | Landlocked Salmon | 32,728 | 5.9" | |
| Apr 1 | Landlocked Salmon | 20,000 | 6.5" | |
| Apr 1 | Steelhead | 21,250 | 4.5" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 590 | 9" | |
When does South Sandy Creek get stocked?
Going by 11 records since 2023, stocking here peaks in April and May.
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Nearby waters
- Sandy Creek0.1 mi
- Floodwood Pond0.2 mi
- Goose Pond0.4 mi
- North Colwell Pond0.9 mi
- South Colwell Pond1.5 mi
- Lakeview Pond2.0 mi
- Cranberry Pond2.1 mi
- Skinner Creek3.7 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 Sandy Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in South Sandy Creek?+
South Sandy Creek is stocked with Brook Trout, Landlocked Salmon and Steelhead in Jefferson County, New York, most recently on May 4, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does South Sandy Creek get stocked?+
Going by 11 records since 2023, stocking at South Sandy Creek peaks in April and May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish South Sandy 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 Sandy Creek?+
South Sandy Creek is a stream in Jefferson County, New York. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NYSDEC · updated May 4, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.