New York Fish Stocking Report — February 2026
3 stocking events across 2 lakes
This is a complete record of fish stocking events in New York during February 2026, compiled from public state agency data. Use it to time your trips — fish are typically most catchable in the first two to four weeks after a planting.
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Species totals for February 2026
- 🐟 Lake Trout — 21,287 stocked
- 🐠 Largemouth Bass — 2,265 stocked
- 🐟 Smallmouth Bass — 1,976 stocked
Stocking events by lake
Lake Champlain — Clinton County
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2026 | Lake Trout | 21,287 | 3.2″ |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Smallmouth Bass | 1,976 | 8.2″ |
Chautauqua Lake — Chautauqua County
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2026 | Largemouth Bass | 2,265 | 11.9″ |
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