Indian lake fish stocking
Indian Lake, Lake Pleasant, Hamilton County, New York
Indian lake in Indian Lake, Lake Pleasant, Hamilton County, New York was last stocked in June 2025 with 5,000 brook trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 169,147 fish in 18 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in May, June, and October.
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 | 7,070 | 8 inches |
When Indian lake gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 17,710 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 5,000 | 2.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 7,010 | 8.3″ | |
| Lake Trout | 5,700 | 7″ |
2024 · 40,960 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 16,500 | 4.3″ | |
| Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.3″ | |
| Brook Trout | 9,500 | 2.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 7,140 | 9.4″ | |
| Lake Trout | 5,570 | 6.8″ |
2023 · 47,890 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 20,000 | 4.2″ | |
| Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.1″ | |
| Brook Trout | 13,510 | 3.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 6,670 | 9.7″ | |
| Lake Trout | 5,460 | 7.2″ |
2022 · 62,587 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 20,000 | 6.5″ | |
| Brook Trout | 13,507 | 0.5″ | |
| Brook Trout | 2,250 | 4.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 6,670 | 9.5″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 20,160 | 3″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Indian lake last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Indian lake was last stocked in June 2025 (about 16 months ago), with 5,000 brook trout.
What fish are stocked in Indian lake?
Indian lake has been stocked with brook trout, brown trout, lake trout, and landlocked salmon in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Indian lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in May, June, and October. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Indian lake?
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 Indian lake.
Other stocked waters in Hamilton County
Lake Eaton
Limekiln Lake
Blue Mountain lake
Jessup River
Balsam Lake
Barker Pond
All 142 stocked waters in Hamilton 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.