Lewis County · stream · order 5 river · ~517 cfs typical
West Branch Oswegatchie River
Stocked 4× since 2024 · NYSDEC
West Branch Oswegatchie River is a stream in Lewis County, New York, stocked with Brook Trout — most recently on May 11, 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°
58°
7 mph
1%
Sat
Drizzle
85°
66°
7 mph
10%
Sun
Showers
75°
65°
9 mph
86%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 11 | Brook Trout | 1,400 | 9" | |
| May 11 | Brook Trout | 1,320 | 9" | |
| — 2024 — | ||||
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 1,270 | 10" | |
| May 1 | Brook Trout | 580 | 10" | |
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Pork Creek1.1 mi
- Huckleberry Lake1.6 mi
- Moon Lake2.3 mi
- Wolf Lake2.6 mi
- Chub Lake2.6 mi
- Little Mud Pond2.2 mi
- Clear Lake2.6 mi
- Turnpike Creek2.4 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 Oswegatchie River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Branch Oswegatchie River?+
West Branch Oswegatchie River is stocked with Brook Trout in Lewis County, New York, most recently on May 11, 2026 by NYSDEC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Branch Oswegatchie River get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2024, stocking at West Branch Oswegatchie River peaks in May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish West Branch Oswegatchie River?+
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 Oswegatchie River?+
West Branch Oswegatchie River is a stream in Lewis County, New York. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NYSDEC · updated May 11, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.