Quaker Lake fish stocking
Elko, Cattaraugus County, New York
Quaker Lake in Elko, Cattaraugus County, New York was last stocked in October 2025 with 1,000 brown trout and rainbow trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 27,685 fish in 31 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in March, April, and October.
2026 stocking plan
From NYSDEC's published season plan. Plans can change because of weather and hatchery conditions.
| When | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 | Brown Trout | 460 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 3,780 | 8 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 4,370 | 8 inches |
When Quaker Lake gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 1,000 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 250 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 150 | 21.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 150 | 16.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 150 | 17.6″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 225 | 21″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 75 | 30.3″ |
2024 · 9,015 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 75 | 21.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 100 | 16.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 90 | 30.3″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 100 | 20.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 3,820 | 9.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 420 | 13.7″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,410 | 10.2″ |
2023 · 8,820 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 200 | 11.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 100 | 24″ | |
| Brown Trout | 100 | 19.8″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 100 | 21.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 100 | 28.3″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 14.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 3,570 | 8.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 400 | 13.8″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,200 | 9.6″ |
2022 · 8,850 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 50 | 17″ | |
| Brown Trout | 100 | 23.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 14″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 180 | 20.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 100 | 30.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 3,570 | 9.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 4,200 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 400 | 14″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Quaker Lake last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Quaker Lake was last stocked in October 2025 (about 12 months ago), with 1,000 brown trout and rainbow trout.
What fish are stocked in Quaker Lake?
Quaker Lake has been stocked with brown trout and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Quaker Lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in March, April, 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 Quaker 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 Quaker Lake.
Other stocked waters in Cattaraugus County
Paisley Park Pond
Springville Field and Stream C
Allegheny River
Case Lake
Conewango Creek
Lake Flavia
All 33 stocked waters in Cattaraugus 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.