Chazy lake Fish Stocking
Clinton County, New York · 2014–2025 on record
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Chazy lake was last stocked June 2025 with Rainbow Trout. Chazy lake has 3 stocking records on file, spanning 2014–2025, with about 7,790 fish stocked over that period.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Chazy lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Clinton County, New York.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Chazy lake, they typically congregate in schools near public access points, boat ramps, or inlets for the first 24 to 48 hours while adjusting to natural water conditions.
Since Chazy lake was last stocked June 2025, anglers visiting within 1 to 2 weeks of a reported event generally experience the highest activity before fish disperse into deeper cover.
State Regulations & Licensing
- •Fishing License: A valid New York freshwater fishing license is required for anglers age 16 and older.Purchase New York license online →
- •Official Rules & Limits: Bag limits, bait restrictions, and seasonal boundaries are set by New York fish & wildlife agency.Official New York regulations guidebook →
- •Ethical Conservation: Use barbless hooks and keep fish submerged in water during unhooking.Trout Thermal Advisory: When water temperatures rise above 68°F (20°C), released trout face severe mortality from thermal exhaustion. Target warmwater species or fish early in the morning when lakes and streams warm up.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Chazy lake:
Stocked Trout Tactics
Use light 4–6 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon line. Float scented dough bait (PowerBait) 12–18" off bottom using a sliding slip-sinker rig with a size 14–16 treble hook. For active casting, throw 1/16 to 1/8 oz inline spinners (Panther Martin, Rooster Tail) or small spoons (Kastmaster) along drop-offs.
Rainbow Trout Profile Tips
The most commonly targeted stocked trout in the country, taken on bait, spinners, and flies alike; a common first fish for new anglers.
Lake Trout Profile Tips
Typically targeted by deep trolling or jigging; older individuals can be true trophies given the species' slow growth and long lifespan.
Recommended Tackle for Chazy lake
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough
Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.
Panther Martin Classic Teardrop Inline Spinner
The heavy convex blade spins instantly upon retrieval, sending vibration through the water that triggers aggressive reaction bites along drop-offs.
Sliding Sinker & Treble Hook Rigging Kit
Sliding egg sinkers allow cautious trout to run with bait without feeling line drag, while size 14–16 treble hooks keep dough bait securely pinned.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Chazy lake, freshest activity first.
Chateaugay River
13 miFranklin County · 3 species · 187 records
Last stocked June 2026
Saranac River North Branch
10 miFranklin County · 2 species · 3 records
Last stocked April 2026
Patterson Pond (#1)
11 miBroome County · 1 species · 17 records
Last stocked April 2026
Upper Chateaugay Lake
7 miClinton County · 3 species · 17 records
Last stocked October 2025
North Branch Chazy River
0 miClinton County · 2 species · 6 records
Last stocked June 2025
Chazy Lake
0 miClinton County · 3 species · 35 records
Last stocked April 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,590 | 10" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2021 | Lake Trout | 4,700 | 5.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2014 | Lake Trout | 1,500 | 6.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Chazy lake last stocked?
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Chazy lake was last stocked June 2025 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Chazy lake?
Chazy lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Lake Trout.
How often is Chazy lake stocked?
Chazy lake is stocked intermittently — 3 recorded stockings between 2014 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Chazy lake?
About 7,790 fish have been stocked in Chazy lake across 3 recorded events since 2014, per New York fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Chazy lake?
Fish stocked in Chazy lake average about 7.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Chazy lake?
Yes, all anglers age 16 and older generally need a valid New York freshwater fishing license. Always review current regulations from New York fish & wildlife agency for site-specific rules, bag limits, or stamps.
How do you catch stocked trout in Chazy lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Chazy lake typically respond well to floating dough bait (such as PowerBait) floated 12–18 inches off bottom on light 4–6 lb leader, live nightcrawlers under a bobber, and small inline spinners or spoons retrieved along shorelines and drop-offs.