Chateaugay River fish stocking
Chateaugay, Franklin County, New York
Chateaugay River in Chateaugay, Franklin County, New York was last stocked in June 2025 with 140 brown trout and rainbow trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 28,315 fish in 70 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April, May, and June.
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 | 130 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 1,010 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 130 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 1,010 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 270 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 2,240 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 110 | 12–14 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 110 | 12–14 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | 9– 10 inches |
When Chateaugay River gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 7,090 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 30 | 13″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.6″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 30 | 130″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 40 | 13.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 380 | 8.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 630 | 8.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 70 | 13.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.6″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 70 | 12.4″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 630 | 12.4″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 40 | 12.4″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 380 | 9.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 70 | 13.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 630 | 8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 380 | 8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,220 | 8.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 250 | 13.2″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 70 | 12″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 630 | 9.2″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 40 | 12″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 380 | 9.2″ |
2024 · 7,680 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 300 | 6.5″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 6.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 600 | 9.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.4″ | |
| Brown Trout | 70 | 13.4″ | |
| Brown Trout | 360 | 9.8″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 600 | 10.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 40 | 12.2″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 360 | 10.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 200 | 9.2″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 230 | 9.2″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 70 | 12.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 600 | 9.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 360 | 9.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 70 | 13.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 250 | 13.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,120 | 9.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 600 | 9.9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 360 | 9.9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 70 | 11.7″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 40 | 11.7″ |
2023 · 6,905 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 235 | 9.3″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 270 | 10.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 600 | 9.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 360 | 9.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 70 | 13.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 70 | 13.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 40 | 13.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 360 | 9.3″ | |
| Brown Trout | 600 | 9.9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 600 | 10″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 70 | 12.1″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 40 | 12.1″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 360 | 10″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,120 | 9.2″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 360 | 9.2″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 40 | 11.6″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 600 | 9.2″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 70 | 11.6″ |
2022 · 6,640 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 1,920 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 220 | 13.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 1,070 | 12″ | |
| Brown Trout | 2,120 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 240 | 13.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 960 | 9.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 110 | 14.5″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Chateaugay River last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Chateaugay River was last stocked in June 2025 (about 16 months ago), with 140 brown trout and rainbow trout.
What fish are stocked in Chateaugay River?
Chateaugay River has been stocked with brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Chateaugay River usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in April, May, and June. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Chateaugay 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 Chateaugay River.
Other stocked waters in Franklin County
Little Green Pond
Green Pond
Lake Colby
Little Clear Pond
Meacham Lake
Benz Pond
All 87 stocked waters in Franklin 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.