Palmer Pond Fish Stocking
Warren County, New York · 2011–2026 on record
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Palmer Pond was last stocked 2026 with Brown Trout. Palmer Pond has 37 stocking records on file, spanning 2011–2026, with about 14,900 fish stocked over that period.
When Palmer Pond is stocked
Palmer Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 32 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Palmer Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Warren County, New York.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Palmer Pond, 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 Palmer Pond was last stocked 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 Palmer Pond:
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.
Brown Trout Profile Tips
Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.
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 Palmer Pond
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 Palmer Pond, freshest activity first.
Schroon River
12 miWarren County · 4 species · 363 records
Last stocked June 2026
Schroon Lake
10 miEssex County · 3 species · 41 records
Last stocked November 2025
Thirteenth Lake
13 miWarren County · 5 species · 56 records
Last stocked November 2025
Crane Mountain Pond
8 miWarren County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked September 2025
Racket Pond
13 miWarren County · 1 species · 13 records
Last stocked September 2025
Buttermilk Pond
13 miWarren County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked September 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Brown Trout | 270 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2025 | Brook Trout | 500 | 4.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2024 | Brook Trout | 500 | 4.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2024 | Brown Trout | 270 | 8.8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2023 | Brook Trout | 500 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2022 | Brook Trout | 500 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2021 | Brook Trout | 500 | 2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2021 | Brown Trout | 560 | 8.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Show 29 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2020 | Brook Trout | 500 | 2.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2019 | Brown Trout | 250 | 13.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2019 | Brook Trout | 500 | 2.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2018 | Brook Trout | 500 | 2.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2018 | Brown Trout | 250 | 13.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Brook Trout | 500 | 2.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Brook Trout | 200 | 9.8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Brown Trout | 250 | 13" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2016 | Brook Trout | 500 | 2.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Brown Trout | 250 | 12.8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Brook Trout | 500 | 2.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Brook Trout | 200 | 10" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Brown Trout | 250 | 13.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Brook Trout | 200 | 10.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Brook Trout | 500 | 2.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2013 | Brook Trout | 500 | 2.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2013 | Brown Trout | 250 | 13" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2013 | Brook Trout | 200 | 10.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 10" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2012 | Brook Trout | 200 | 9.64" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2012 | Brown Trout | 250 | 12.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2012 | Brook Trout | 1,100 | 2.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.86" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2011 | Brook Trout | 200 | 10.8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2011 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | 9.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2011 | Brown Trout | 250 | 13.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Palmer Pond last stocked?
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Palmer Pond was last stocked 2026 with Brown Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Palmer Pond?
Palmer Pond is stocked with Brown Trout, Brook Trout, and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is Palmer Pond stocked?
Palmer Pond is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Palmer Pond stocked?
Palmer Pond has been stocked about 2 times a year — 37 recorded stockings between 2011 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Palmer Pond?
About 14,900 fish have been stocked in Palmer Pond across 37 recorded events since 2011, per New York fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Palmer Pond?
Fish stocked in Palmer Pond average about 7.8 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Palmer Pond?
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 Palmer Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Palmer Pond 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.