Rock Pond Fish Stocking
Lewis County, New York · 2011–2026 on record
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Rock Pond was last stocked May 2026 with Brook Trout. Rock Pond has 47 stocking records on file, spanning 2011–2026, with about 49,435 fish stocked over that period.
When Rock Pond is stocked
Rock Pond is typically stocked in fall, most often in May — 19 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Rock Pond
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Lewis County, New York.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Rock 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 Rock Pond 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 Rock 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.
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.
Brown Trout Profile Tips
Known for being wary and selective, brown trout are a prized target for fly anglers, especially larger, nocturnal-feeding fish.
Recommended Tackle for Rock 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 Rock Pond, freshest activity first.
Jessup River
5 miHamilton County · 3 species · 49 records
Last stocked May 2026
Thirteenth Lake
10 miWarren County · 5 species · 56 records
Last stocked November 2025
John Mack Pond
2 miHamilton County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked September 2025
South Upper Pine Pond
3 miHamilton County · 1 species · 12 records
Last stocked September 2025
Crotched Pond
3 miHamilton County · 1 species · 14 records
Last stocked September 2025
Jessup Lake
5 miHamilton County · 1 species · 3 records
Last stocked September 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | Brook Trout | 330 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| 2026 | Brown Trout | 590 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2025 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2025 | Brown Trout | 580 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2024 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2024 | Brook Trout | 330 | 9.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2024 | Brown Trout | 590 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2023 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Show 39 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2023 | Brook Trout | 300 | 9.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2023 | Brown Trout | 550 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2022 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2022 | Brown Trout | 550 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2022 | Brook Trout | 300 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2021 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 3.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2021 | Brown Trout | 600 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2020 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 3.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2020 | Brown Trout | 480 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2020 | Brook Trout | 300 | 7.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2019 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2019 | Brown Trout | 580 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2019 | Brook Trout | 300 | 7.8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2018 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2018 | Brook Trout | 300 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2018 | Brown Trout | 570 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2017 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2017 | Brook Trout | 1,300 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Brook Trout | 300 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2016 | Brook Trout | 1,750 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2016 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2015 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2015 | Brook Trout | 1,300 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Brook Trout | 260 | 9.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2014 | Brook Trout | 1,300 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2014 | Brook Trout | 350 | 3.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2014 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 3.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Brook Trout | 300 | 9.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2013 | Brook Trout | 600 | 3.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2013 | Brook Trout | 150 | 4.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2013 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2013 | Brook Trout | 300 | 9.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| November 2012 | Brook Trout | 925 | 3.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| November 2012 | Brook Trout | 380 | 4.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2012 | Brook Trout | 290 | 9.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2011 | Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2011 | Brook Trout | 700 | 5.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2011 | Brook Trout | 200 | 4.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2011 | Brook Trout | 280 | 9.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Rock Pond last stocked?
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Rock Pond was last stocked May 2026 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Rock Pond?
Rock Pond is stocked with Brook Trout and Brown Trout.
What time of year is Rock Pond stocked?
Rock Pond is typically stocked in fall, most often in May.
How often is Rock Pond stocked?
Rock Pond has been stocked about 3 times a year — 47 recorded stockings between 2011 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Rock Pond?
About 49,435 fish have been stocked in Rock Pond across 47 recorded events since 2011, per New York fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Rock Pond?
Fish stocked in Rock Pond average about 6.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Rock 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 Rock Pond?
Freshly stocked trout in Rock 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.