West Caroga Lake Fish Stocking
Fulton County, New York · 2012–2025 on record
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, West Caroga Lake was last stocked April 2025 with Splake. West Caroga Lake has 16 stocking records on file, spanning 2012–2025, with about 67,680 fish stocked over that period.
When West Caroga Lake is stocked
West Caroga Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May — 8 stocking events in that peak month.
Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near West Caroga Lake, freshest activity first.
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Last stocked September 2025
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | Splake | 6,270 | 7.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| October 2024 | Splake | 1,500 | 5.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2024 | Splake | 5,240 | 8.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2023 | Splake | 4,840 | 8.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2022 | Splake | 5,200 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2021 | Splake | 2,300 | 8.3" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2020 | Splake | 5,200 | 7.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| April 2019 | Splake | 5,200 | 8" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Show 8 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2018 | Splake | 4,630 | 8.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2017 | Splake | 3,690 | 8.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2016 | Splake | 4,100 | 8.5" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2016 | Rainbow Trout | 280 | 8.6" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2015 | Splake | 4,730 | 8.2" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2014 | Splake | 5,200 | 8.4" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2013 | Splake | 5,200 | 7.7" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
| May 2012 | Splake | 4,100 | 8.9" | New York fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was West Caroga Lake last stocked?
According to New York fish & wildlife agency, West Caroga Lake was last stocked April 2025 with Splake.
What fish species are stocked in West Caroga Lake?
West Caroga Lake is stocked with Splake and Rainbow Trout.
What time of year is West Caroga Lake stocked?
West Caroga Lake is typically stocked in spring, most often in May.
How often is West Caroga Lake stocked?
West Caroga Lake is stocked intermittently — 16 recorded stockings between 2012 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in West Caroga Lake?
About 67,680 fish have been stocked in West Caroga Lake across 16 recorded events since 2012, per New York fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in West Caroga Lake?
Fish stocked in West Caroga Lake average about 8.1 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.