Oswego County · stream · order 5 river · ~396 cfs typical
West Branch Fish Creek
Stocked 26× since 2023 · NYSDEC
West Branch Fish Creek is a stream in Oswego County, New York, stocked with Brown 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
Overcast
80°
65°
10 mph
15%
Fri
Overcast
84°
62°
9 mph
3%
Sat
Drizzle
87°
62°
8 mph
9%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 4 | Brown Trout | 130 | 12" | |
| May 4 | Brown Trout | 120 | 12" | |
| May 4 | Brown Trout | 990 | 9" | |
| May 4 | Brown Trout | 1,040 | 9" | |
| Apr 18 | Brown Trout | 1,300 | 9" | |
| Apr 18 | Brown Trout | 160 | 12" | |
| Apr 11 | Brown Trout | 4,590 | 9" | |
| Apr 11 | Brown Trout | 550 | 12" | |
| — 2025 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 110 | 13.8" | |
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 980 | 9.5" | |
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 1,680 | 9.6" | |
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 190 | 13.8" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 4,580 | 9.7" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 510 | 14.2" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 80 | 13.6" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 750 | 9.2" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 940 | 9.2" | |
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 110 | 13.8" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 1,600 | 9.7" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 710 | 9.1" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 80 | 14" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 4,360 | 9.7" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 190 | 13.1" | |
| Apr 1 | Brown Trout | 510 | 13.5" | |
| — 2023 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 940 | 8.9" | |
| May 1 | Brown Trout | 100 | 13.6" | |
When does West Branch Fish Creek get stocked?
Going by 26 records since 2023, stocking here peaks in April and May.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- East Branch Fish Creek0.0 mistocked May 11, 2026
- Furnace Creek2.4 mi
- Teelins Pond2.9 mi
- Beaver Brook3.5 mi
- Mack Pond4.2 mi
- Hyde Pond (historical)3.4 mi
- Portner Pond3.4 mi
- Florence Creek4.4 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.
West Branch Fish Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Branch Fish Creek?+
West Branch Fish Creek is stocked with Brown Trout in Oswego County, New York, most recently on May 4, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Branch Fish Creek get stocked?+
Going by 26 records since 2023, stocking at West Branch Fish 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 West Branch Fish 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 Fish Creek?+
West Branch Fish Creek is a stream in Oswego 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.