Ramapo River fish stocking
Sloatsburg, Rockland County, New York
Ramapo River in Sloatsburg, Rockland County, New York was last stocked in May 2025 with 520 brown trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 8,080 fish in 32 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in March, April, and May.
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 | 60 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 470 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 60 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 470 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 12–14 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 460 | 9– 10 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 50 | 12–14 inches |
| — 2026 | Rainbow Trout | 460 | 9– 10 inches |
When Ramapo River gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 2,080 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 470 | 7.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 50 | 12.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 50 | 11.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 470 | 7.3″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 470 | 9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 11.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 11.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 470 | 8.7″ |
2024 · 2,000 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 450 | 8.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 50 | 11.6″ | |
| Brown Trout | 450 | 8.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 50 | 13.7″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 450 | 9.1″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 450 | 9.1″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 11″ |
2023 · 2,000 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 450 | 9.1″ | |
| Brown Trout | 50 | 11.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 450 | 8.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 50 | 13.8″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 450 | 9.4″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 11.3″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 11.3″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 450 | 9.1″ |
2022 · 2,000 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 450 | 9.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 10.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 450 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 50 | 13″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 450 | 9″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 50 | 10.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 450 | 9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 50 | 13.5″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Ramapo River last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Ramapo River was last stocked in May 2025 (about 17 months ago), with 520 brown trout.
What fish are stocked in Ramapo River?
Ramapo River has been stocked with brown trout and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Ramapo River usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in March, April, and May. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Ramapo 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 Ramapo River.
Other stocked waters in Rockland County
Hessian Lake
Mahwah River
Minisceongo Creek
Minisceongo Creek North Branch
Pascack Brook
Stony Brook
All 8 stocked waters in Rockland 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.