Jefferson County · stream · order 3 river · ~35 cfs typical
West Branch Black Creek
Stocked 4× since 2023 · NYSDEC
West Branch Black Creek is a stream in Jefferson County, New York, stocked with Brook Trout — 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
Drizzle
78°
64°
8 mph
17%
Fri
Overcast
82°
62°
7 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
86°
66°
8 mph
26%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 4 | Brook Trout | 780 | 9" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 340 | 9.2" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 480 | 10" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 480 | 9" | |
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Hunter Creek4.4 mi
- Black Creek4.5 mi
- Saint James Lake5.9 mi
- Huddle Creek7.4 mi
- Halls Creek7.6 mi
- Trout Brook6.1 mi
- White Creek7.5 mi
- Felts Mills Creek7.2 mistocked May 4, 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.
West Branch Black Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Branch Black Creek?+
West Branch Black Creek is stocked with Brook Trout in Jefferson County, New York, most recently on May 4, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Branch Black Creek get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2023, stocking at West Branch Black Creek peaks in May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish West Branch Black 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 West Branch Black Creek?+
West Branch Black 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.