Felts Mills Creek Fish Stocking
Jefferson County, New York · 2011–2026 on record
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Felts Mills Creek was last stocked May 2026 with Brook Trout. Felts Mills Creek has 18 stocking records on file, spanning 2011–2026, with about 16,300 fish stocked over that period.
When Felts Mills Creek is stocked
Felts Mills Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 11 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Felts Mills Creek
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Jefferson County, New York.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Felts Mills Creek, 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 Felts Mills Creek was last stocked May 2026, 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 Felts Mills Creek:
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.
Brook Trout Profile Tips
A favorite of high-country and small-stream anglers; often more willing to strike than brown or rainbow trout in the same water.
Recommended Tackle for Felts Mills Creek
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 Felts Mills Creek, freshest activity first.
Jacobs Creek
8 miJefferson County · 1 species · 13 records
Last stocked May 2026
Deer River
11 miLewis County · 2 species · 33 records
Last stocked May 2026
Quarry Pond
15 miLewis County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked May 2026
Sixberry Lake
18 miJefferson County · 2 species · 30 records
Last stocked November 2025
Millsite Lake
19 miJefferson County · 2 species · 33 records
Last stocked November 2025
Lake of the Woods
20 miJefferson County · 2 species · 31 records
Last stocked November 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | Brook Trout | 340 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2026 | Brook Trout | 380 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2025 | Brook Trout | 250 | 9.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2025 | Brook Trout | 220 | 9.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2024 | Brook Trout | 310 | 10" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2024 | Brook Trout | 350 | 10" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2023 | Brook Trout | 1,310 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2022 | Brook Trout | 1,310 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Show 10 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2021 | Brook Trout | 1,310 | 8.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2020 | Brook Trout | 1,200 | 8.8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2019 | Brook Trout | 1,200 | 7.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2018 | Brook Trout | 1,200 | 8.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2017 | Brook Trout | 1,200 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Brook Trout | 1,050 | 9.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Brook Trout | 1,200 | 9.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2013 | Brook Trout | 1,200 | 9.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2012 | Brook Trout | 1,150 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2011 | Brook Trout | 1,120 | 8.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Felts Mills Creek last stocked?
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Felts Mills Creek was last stocked May 2026 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Felts Mills Creek?
Felts Mills Creek is stocked with Brook Trout.
What time of year is Felts Mills Creek stocked?
Felts Mills Creek is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Felts Mills Creek stocked?
Felts Mills Creek is stocked intermittently — 18 recorded stockings between 2011 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Felts Mills Creek?
About 16,300 fish have been stocked in Felts Mills Creek across 18 recorded events since 2011, per New York fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Felts Mills Creek?
Fish stocked in Felts Mills Creek average about 9.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Felts Mills Creek?
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 Felts Mills Creek?
Freshly stocked trout in Felts Mills Creek 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.