Cayuta Creek fish stocking
Van Etten, Chemung County, New York
Cayuta Creek in Van Etten, Chemung County, New York was last stocked in June 2025 with 651 brown trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 36,491 fish in 32 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 | Brown Trout | 180 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 1,470 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 180 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 1,470 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 180 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 1,470 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 180 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 1,470 | 9– 10 inches |
When Cayuta Creek gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 7,091 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 651 | 13.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 160 | 13.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,450 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,450 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 160 | 13.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,450 | 9.4″ | |
| Brown Trout | 160 | 14.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,450 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 160 | 14.1″ |
2024 · 6,200 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 1,380 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 170 | 13.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 170 | 13.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 170 | 13.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,380 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,380 | 9.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,380 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 170 | 13.3″ |
2023 · 11,600 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 290 | 13.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,610 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,610 | 8.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 290 | 13.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,610 | 9.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 290 | 13.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 290 | 13.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,610 | 8.8″ |
2022 · 11,600 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 2,610 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 290 | 13.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 5,220 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 290 | 13.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 290 | 14″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,610 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 290 | 13.5″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Cayuta Creek last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Cayuta Creek was last stocked in June 2025 (about 16 months ago), with 651 brown trout.
What fish are stocked in Cayuta Creek?
Cayuta Creek has been stocked with brown trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Cayuta Creek 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 Cayuta 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 Cayuta Creek.
Other stocked waters in Chemung County
Chemung River
Eldridge Lake
Park Station Pond
Sing Sing Creek
Newtown Creek
Post Creek
All 7 stocked waters in Chemung 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.