Salmon Creek fish stocking
Lansing, Tompkins County, New York
Salmon Creek in Lansing, Tompkins County, New York was last stocked in October 2025 with 20,000 rainbow trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 134,420 fish in 15 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April, May, 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 | Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 8 inches |
When Salmon Creek gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 30,000 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 3.4″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 6.4″ |
2024 · 40,480 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 3.8″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 8,500 | 3.7″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 6.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 210 | 13.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,770 | 9.5″ |
2023 · 31,970 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 3.6″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 6.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,770 | 8.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 13.8″ |
2022 · 31,970 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 20,000 | 3.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 10,000 | 6.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,770 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 14″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Salmon Creek last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Salmon Creek was last stocked in October 2025 (about 12 months ago), with 20,000 rainbow trout.
What fish are stocked in Salmon Creek?
Salmon Creek has been stocked with brown trout and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Salmon Creek usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in April, May, 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 Salmon 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 Salmon Creek.
Other stocked waters in Tompkins County
Cayuga Lake
Enfield Creek
Cayuga Inlet
Enfield Creek T4
Fall Creek
Virgil Creek
All 9 stocked waters in Tompkins 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.