Stocked Lakes

Catskill Creek fish stocking

Cairo, Greene County, New York

Last stocked
May 2025
about 17 months ago
2026 plan
8,440 fish
Species
Brown Trout

Catskill Creek in Cairo, Greene County, New York was last stocked in May 2025 with 4,140 brown trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 31,800 fish in 70 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April and May.

2026 stocking plan

From NYSDEC's published season plan. Plans can change because of weather and hatchery conditions.

WhenSpeciesFishSize
— 2026Brown Trout20012–15 inches
— 2026Brown Trout1,7009– 10 inches
— 2026Brown Trout20012–15 inches
— 2026Brown Trout1,7009– 10 inches
— 2026Brown Trout20012–15 inches
— 2026Brown Trout1,7009– 10 inches
— 2026Brown Trout20012–15 inches
— 2026Brown Trout1,7009– 10 inches
— 2026Brown Trout2012–15 inches
— 2026Brown Trout1909– 10 inches
— 2026Brown Trout2012–15 inches
— 2026Brown Trout1909– 10 inches
— 2026Brown Trout2012–15 inches
— 2026Brown Trout1909– 10 inches
— 2026Brown Trout2012–15 inches
— 2026Brown Trout1909– 10 inches

When Catskill Creek gets fish

Total fish stocked in each month, all years shown on this page combined.

Stocking history

New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.

2025 · 8,280 fish

DateSpeciesFishSize
Brown Trout18013.9″
Brown Trout18013.9″
Brown Trout1,6807.5″
Brown Trout1,6807.5″
Brown Trout2013.9″
Brown Trout2013.9″
Brown Trout1907.5″
Brown Trout1907.5″
Brown Trout18013.9″
Brown Trout1,6807.1″
Brown Trout1,6807.1″
Brown Trout18013.8″
Brown Trout2013.8″
Brown Trout1907.1″
Brown Trout1907.1″
Brown Trout2013.9″

2024 · 7,920 fish

DateSpeciesFishSize
Brown Trout1,6008.8″
Brown Trout1,6008.5″
Brown Trout18011.4″
Brown Trout18011.9″
Brown Trout2011.9″
Brown Trout1808.5″
Brown Trout1808.8″
Brown Trout2011.4″
Brown Trout18011.2″
Brown Trout1,6008.2″
Brown Trout1,6008.2″
Brown Trout18013.7″
Brown Trout2011.2″
Brown Trout1808.2″
Brown Trout1808.2″
Brown Trout2013.7″

2023 · 7,840 fish

DateSpeciesFishSize
Brown Trout7907.7″
Brown Trout7906″
Brown Trout18013.6″
Brown Trout7905.7″
Brown Trout18013.4″
Brown Trout7907.4″
Brown Trout907.7″
Brown Trout906″
Brown Trout2013.6″
Brown Trout907.4″
Brown Trout2013.4″
Brown Trout905.7″
Brown Trout7905.2″
Brown Trout18013.6″
Brown Trout7905.4″
Brown Trout7907.1″
Brown Trout7906.8″
Brown Trout18013.1″
Brown Trout2013.1″
Brown Trout905.2″
Brown Trout2013.6″
Brown Trout906.8″
Brown Trout905.4″
Brown Trout905.4″

2022 · 7,760 fish

DateSpeciesFishSize
Brown Trout1,5605.5″
Brown Trout1,5606″
Brown Trout36013″
Brown Trout1805.5″
Brown Trout1806″
Brown Trout4013″
Brown Trout1,5605″
Brown Trout1,5605.5″
Brown Trout18013″
Brown Trout18013.5″
Brown Trout1805″
Brown Trout1805.5″
Brown Trout2013″
Brown Trout2013.5″
Check the rules before you go. Seasons, daily limits, size limits and gear rules can be different on Catskill Creek than elsewhere in New York. See the official New York fishing regulations.

Frequently asked questions

When was Catskill Creek last stocked?

NYSDEC records show Catskill Creek was last stocked in May 2025 (about 17 months ago), with 4,140 brown trout.

What fish are stocked in Catskill Creek?

Catskill Creek has been stocked with brown trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).

When does Catskill Creek usually get stocked?

Most fish have been stocked in 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 Catskill Creek?

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 Catskill Creek.

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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.