East Branch Ausable River fish stocking
Keene, Essex County, New York
East Branch Ausable River in Keene, Essex County, New York was last stocked in May 2025 with 2,590 brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 70,300 fish in 32 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April, May, and June.
When East Branch Ausable River gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 17,600 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 1,390 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 200 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 160 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 160 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 160 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 160 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 160 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 740 | 13.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 6,300 | 9.25″ | |
| Brown Trout | 820 | 9.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 7,150 | 13.5″ |
2024 · 17,620 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 1,950 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 740 | 14″ | |
| Brown Trout | 6,300 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 820 | 14″ | |
| Brown Trout | 7,010 | 9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 300 | 14″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 500 | 14″ |
2023 · 17,740 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 1,950 | 9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 600 | 13″ | |
| Brown Trout | 6,300 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 700 | 13.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 7,010 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 780 | 13.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 400 | 14″ |
2022 · 17,340 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 1,950 | 0.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 600 | 13″ | |
| Brown Trout | 6,300 | 10″ | |
| Brown Trout | 700 | 13″ | |
| Brown Trout | 7,010 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 780 | 13.5″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was East Branch Ausable River last stocked?
NYSDEC records show East Branch Ausable River was last stocked in May 2025 (about 17 months ago), with 2,590 brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout.
What fish are stocked in East Branch Ausable River?
East Branch Ausable River has been stocked with brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does East Branch Ausable 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 East Branch Ausable 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 East Branch Ausable 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.