Cayuga Lake fish stocking
Ledyard, Cayuga County, New York
Cayuga Lake in Ledyard, Cayuga County, New York was last stocked in September 2025 with 3,000 lake sturgeon. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 75,390 fish in 9 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April, May, and September.
2026 stocking plan
From NYSDEC's published season plan. Plans can change because of weather and hatchery conditions.
| When | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2026 | Brown Trout | 9,010 | 8 inches |
When Cayuga Lake gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 22,240 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Sturgeon | 3,000 | 6″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 10,320 | 6.69″ | |
| Brown Trout | 8,920 | 6.7″ |
2024 · 19,100 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 9,100 | 8.7″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 10,000 | 7″ |
2023 · 17,420 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landlocked Salmon | 8,920 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 8,500 | 7.8″ |
2022 · 16,630 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 2,530 | 8″ | |
| Landlocked Salmon | 14,100 | 6.5″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Cayuga Lake last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Cayuga Lake was last stocked in September 2025 (about 13 months ago), with 3,000 lake sturgeon.
What fish are stocked in Cayuga Lake?
Cayuga Lake has been stocked with brown trout, lake sturgeon, and landlocked salmon in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Cayuga Lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in April, May, 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 Cayuga 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 Cayuga Lake.
Other stocked waters in Cayuga County
Fall Creek
Dutch Hollow Brook
Owasco Inlet
Owasco Lake
Lake Ontario
Salmon Creek
All 14 stocked waters in Cayuga 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.