Schroon River fish stocking
North Hudson, Essex County, New York
Schroon River in North Hudson, Essex County, New York was last stocked in April 2025 with 38,900 brown trout and landlocked salmon. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 79,070 fish in 28 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 | 190 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 1,580 | 9– 10 inches |
When Schroon River gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 38,900 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 300 | 18″ | |
| Brown Trout | 600 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,440 | 8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 160 | 13.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 11″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 36,000 | 1″ |
2024 · 4,830 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 400 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,370 | 9.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 160 | 13.1″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 2,000 | 1″ | |
| Brook Trout | 250 | 7″ | |
| Brook Trout | 250 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 400 | 11″ |
2023 · 22,620 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 1,370 | 9.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 150 | 13.2″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 19,500 | 1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 500 | 14″ | |
| Brown Trout | 500 | 14″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ |
2022 · 12,720 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 1,370 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 150 | 13.5″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 9,500 | 1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 500 | 12″ | |
| Brown Trout | 600 | 12″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Schroon River last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Schroon River was last stocked in April 2025 (about 2 years ago), with 38,900 brown trout and landlocked salmon.
What fish are stocked in Schroon River?
Schroon River has been stocked with brook trout, brown trout, and landlocked salmon in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Schroon River 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 Schroon River?
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 Schroon River.
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.