Minerva Stream fish stocking
Minerva, Essex County, New York
Minerva Stream in Minerva, Essex County, New York was last stocked in May 2025 with 940 brook trout and brown trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 5,170 fish in 12 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April, May, and June.
When Minerva Stream gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 940 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 540 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 400 | 11″ |
2024 · 1,210 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 760 | 9″ | |
| Brook Trout | 250 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 11″ |
2023 · 1,310 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 760 | 9″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 250 | 14″ |
2022 · 1,710 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 760 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 250 | 12″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 400 | 13″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 8″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Minerva Stream last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Minerva Stream was last stocked in May 2025 (about 17 months ago), with 940 brook trout and brown trout.
What fish are stocked in Minerva Stream?
Minerva Stream has been stocked with brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Minerva Stream usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in April, May, and June. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Minerva Stream?
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 Minerva Stream.
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.