Boquet River fish stocking
E'town, Essex County, New York
Boquet River in E'town, Essex County, New York was last stocked in May 2025 with 3,050 brook trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 270,553 fish in 31 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in March, April, and May.
2026 stocking plan
From NYSDEC's published season plan. Plans can change because of weather and hatchery conditions.
| When | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| — 2026 | Brook Trout | 4,710 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 380 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 2,220 | 9– 10 inches |
When Boquet River gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 59,756 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 3,050 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 500 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 500 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 100 | 18″ | |
| Brown Trout | 800 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,200 | 8.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 350 | 13.1″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 52,256 | 6.4″ |
2024 · 63,807 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 250 | 7″ | |
| Brook Trout | 4,280 | 9.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,990 | 9.4″ | |
| Brown Trout | 350 | 13.1″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 54,837 | 5.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 700 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 400 | 11″ |
2023 · 9,200 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 4,280 | 8.9″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 800 | 14″ | |
| Brown Trout | 500 | 14″ | |
| Brown Trout | 330 | 13.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,990 | 9″ |
2022 · 137,790 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 300 | 8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 400 | 12″ | |
| Brook Trout | 4,280 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 400 | 12″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 72,700 | — | |
| Brown Trout | 500 | 12″ | |
| Brown Trout | 500 | 12″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,990 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 330 | 13.5″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 55,390 | 6.5″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Boquet River last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Boquet River was last stocked in May 2025 (about 17 months ago), with 3,050 brook trout.
What fish are stocked in Boquet River?
Boquet River has been stocked with brook trout, brown trout, and landlocked salmon in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Boquet River usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in March, April, and May. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Boquet 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 Boquet River.
Other stocked waters in Essex County
Schroon Lake
Chapel Pond
Lower Cascade Lake
Palmer Dam Pond
Upper Cascade Lake
Avalanche Lake
All 167 stocked waters in Essex 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.