Otisco Lake fish stocking
Otisco, Onondaga County, New York
Otisco Lake in Otisco, Onondaga County, New York was last stocked in June 2025 with 40,414 walleye. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 153,607 fish in 10 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in June, August, and September.
When Otisco Lake gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 40,414 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | 40,414 | 1.5″ |
2024 · 11,850 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Muskellunge | 5,500 | 8.9″ | |
| Tiger Muskellunge | 6,350 | 9.4″ |
2023 · 89,143 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Muskellunge | 5,500 | 10.7″ | |
| Tiger Muskellunge | 5,500 | 9″ | |
| Walleye | 44,000 | 1.4″ | |
| Walleye | 6,000 | 1.5″ | |
| Walleye | 28,143 | 1.5″ |
2022 · 12,200 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Muskellunge | 11,000 | 10.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,200 | 12.5″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Otisco Lake last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Otisco Lake was last stocked in June 2025 (about 16 months ago), with 40,414 walleye.
What fish are stocked in Otisco Lake?
Otisco Lake has been stocked with brown trout, tiger muskellunge, and walleye in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Otisco Lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in June, August, and September. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Otisco 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 Otisco Lake.
Other stocked waters in Onondaga County
Jamesville Reservoir
Furnace Brook
Harbor Brook
Limestone creek
Ninemile Creek
Skaneateles Lake
All 29 stocked waters in Onondaga 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.