Black lake fish stocking
Hammond, St Lawrence County, New York
Black lake in Hammond, St Lawrence County, New York was last stocked in October 2025 with 1,500 lake sturgeon. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 108,003,840 fish in 7 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April, May, and October.
When Black lake gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 27,001,500 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Sturgeon | 1,500 | 0.4″ | |
| Walleye | 27,000,000 | 0.3″ |
2024 · 27,000,000 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | 27,000,000 | 0.3″ |
2023 · 27,001,000 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Sturgeon | 1,000 | 5.9″ | |
| Walleye | 27,000,000 | 0.1″ |
2022 · 27,001,340 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Sturgeon | 1,340 | 6.5″ | |
| Walleye | 27,000,000 | — |
Frequently asked questions
When was Black lake last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Black lake was last stocked in October 2025 (about 12 months ago), with 1,500 lake sturgeon.
What fish are stocked in Black lake?
Black lake has been stocked with lake sturgeon and walleye in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Black lake 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 Black 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 Black lake.
Other stocked waters in St Lawrence County
Cranberry Lake
Lake Ozonia
Lake Sylvia
Round Pond
St. Lawrence River
Townline Pond
All 60 stocked waters in St Lawrence 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.