First Lake Essex Chain Fish Stocking
Hamilton County, New York · 2022–2026 on record
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, First Lake Essex Chain was last stocked 2026 with Rainbow Trout. First Lake Essex Chain has 5 stocking records on file, spanning 2022–2026, with about 5,660 fish stocked over that period.
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By species
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,140 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2025 | Rainbow Trout | 1,160 | 8.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2024 | Rainbow Trout | 1,160 | 8.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2023 | Rainbow Trout | 1,100 | 8.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 1,100 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was First Lake Essex Chain last stocked?
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, First Lake Essex Chain was last stocked 2026 with Rainbow Trout.
What fish species are stocked in First Lake Essex Chain?
First Lake Essex Chain is stocked with Rainbow Trout.
How often is First Lake Essex Chain stocked?
First Lake Essex Chain is stocked intermittently — 5 recorded stockings between 2022 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in First Lake Essex Chain?
About 5,660 fish have been stocked in First Lake Essex Chain across 5 recorded events since 2022, per New York fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in First Lake Essex Chain?
Fish stocked in First Lake Essex Chain average about 8.3 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.