Trout Lake Fish Stocking
St Lawrence County, New York · 2011–2026 on record
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Trout Lake was last stocked May 2026 with Brook Trout. Trout Lake has 35 stocking records on file, spanning 2011–2026, with about 55,680 fish stocked over that period.
When Trout Lake is stocked
Trout Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 20 stocking events in that peak month.
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Trout Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in St Lawrence County, New York.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Trout 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 Trout Lake 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 Trout 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.
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.
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.
Recommended Tackle for Trout 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 Trout Lake, freshest activity first.
Mongaup Falls Reservoir
6 miSullivan County · 1 species · 16 records
Last stocked April 2026
Panther Pond
3 miHamilton County · 1 species · 29 records
Last stocked October 2025
Hemlock Lake
6 miLivingston County · 2 species · 31 records
Last stocked October 2025
Trout Pond
4 miLewis County · 1 species · 24 records
Last stocked September 2025
Big Pond
8 miDelaware County · 2 species · 153 records
Last stocked September 2025
Sunrise Pond
9 miFranklin County · 1 species · 15 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 | 660 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2025 | Brook Trout | 1,250 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2024 | Brook Trout | 1,250 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2024 | Brook Trout | 660 | 9.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2023 | Brook Trout | 1,250 | 4.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2023 | Brook Trout | 600 | 9.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2022 | Brook Trout | 1,250 | 4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2022 | Brook Trout | 600 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Show 27 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2021 | Rainbow Trout | 2,960 | 8.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2020 | Brook Trout | 810 | 4.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2020 | Brook Trout | 600 | 7.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| March 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 2,550 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| March 2020 | Lake Trout | 1,200 | 6.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2019 | Brook Trout | 1,500 | 4.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| June 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 8.8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2019 | Lake Trout | 1,200 | 6.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2019 | Brook Trout | 600 | 7.8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2019 | Rainbow Trout | 3,400 | 8.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2018 | Brook Trout | 1,000 | 4.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2018 | Lake Trout | 1,200 | 6.8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2018 | Rainbow Trout | 2,960 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2018 | Brook Trout | 600 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2017 | Brook Trout | 1,250 | 5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Brook Trout | 600 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Lake Trout | 1,200 | 6.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Rainbow Trout | 3,400 | 8.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 3,400 | 9.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Rainbow Trout | 3,400 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Lake Trout | 1,200 | 6.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Rainbow Trout | 2,690 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Lake Trout | 1,200 | 6.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2013 | Rainbow Trout | 3,400 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2013 | Lake Trout | 870 | 7.1" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2012 | Rainbow Trout | 3,400 | 9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2011 | Lake Trout | 570 | 5.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Trout Lake last stocked?
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, Trout Lake was last stocked May 2026 with Brook Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Trout Lake?
Trout Lake is stocked with Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Lake Trout.
What time of year is Trout Lake stocked?
Trout Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is Trout Lake stocked?
Trout Lake has been stocked about 2 times a year — 35 recorded stockings between 2011 and 2026.
How many fish have been stocked in Trout Lake?
About 55,680 fish have been stocked in Trout Lake across 35 recorded events since 2011, per New York fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Trout Lake?
Fish stocked in Trout Lake average about 7.2 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Trout 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 Trout Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Trout 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.