Black River fish stocking
Boonville, Forestport, Oneida County, New York
Black River in Boonville, Forestport, Oneida County, New York was last stocked in May 2025 with 12,230 brown trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 51,710 fish in 19 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in May and June.
2026 stocking plan
From NYSDEC's published season plan. Plans can change because of weather and hatchery conditions.
| When | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 430 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 3,570 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 600 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 5,000 | 9– 10 inches |
When Black River gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 12,230 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 1,080 | 14.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 9,750 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 140 | 14.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,260 | 9.2″ |
2024 · 13,200 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 1,490 | 10.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 9,290 | 9.4″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,080 | 14″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,200 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 140 | 13.8″ |
2023 · 13,140 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 1,490 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,030 | 13.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 9,290 | 8.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,200 | 8.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 130 | 13.2″ |
2022 · 13,140 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 1,030 | 13.5″ | |
| Brook Trout | 1,490 | 10″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,200 | 8.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 130 | 13″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 9,290 | 9″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Black River last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Black River was last stocked in May 2025 (about 17 months ago), with 12,230 brown trout.
What fish are stocked in Black River?
Black River has been stocked with brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Black River usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in May and June. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Black River?
Yes, anglers generally need a valid New York fishing license. Check the current New York fishing regulations for seasons, limits and any special rules for Black River.
Other stocked waters in Oneida County
Fish Creek East Branch
Fish Creek West Branch
Hinckley Reservoir
Mohawk river
Point Rock Creek
West Canada Creek
All 18 stocked waters in Oneida County →
Source: Fish Stocking Lists (Actual) (data.ny.gov), Current Season Spring Trout Stocking (data.ny.gov). Stocked Lakes is not affiliated with New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Spot a problem? Let us know.