Carmans River fish stocking
Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York
Carmans River in Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York was last stocked in October 2025 with 170 brown trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 9,600 fish in 43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 | Brown Trout | 170 | 12–15 inches |
| April 2026 | Brown Trout | 120 | 12–15 inches |
| April 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 420 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 40 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 40 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 370 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 40 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 370 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 40 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 360 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 360 | 9– 10 inches |
When Carmans River gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 2,450 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 170 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 12.1″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 360 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 360 | 7.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 11.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 100 | 13.9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 360 | 8.7″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 420 | 8.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 14.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 360 | 6.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 160 | 14.1″ |
2024 · 2,390 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 170 | 9.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 11.9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 350 | 9.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 350 | 8.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 100 | 13.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.8″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 350 | 9.1″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 400 | 9.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 350 | 8.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 11.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 160 | 11.2″ |
2023 · 2,380 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 170 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 100 | 13.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 350 | 8.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 10.8″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 350 | 9.4″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 400 | 8.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 150 | 13.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 350 | 9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 350 | 9.4″ |
2022 · 2,380 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 170 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 390 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 140 | 13″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 750 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 350 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 230 | 13.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 350 | 9″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Carmans River last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Carmans River was last stocked in October 2025 (about 12 months ago), with 170 brown trout.
What fish are stocked in Carmans River?
Carmans River has been stocked with brown trout and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Carmans 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 Carmans 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 Carmans River.
Other stocked waters in Suffolk County
Argyle Lake
Upper Lake
West Lake
Canaan Lake
Deep Pond
Kahler Pond
All 20 stocked waters in Suffolk 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.