ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the spring trout fishing season starts April 1.
“New York’s season opener is a welcome sign of spring for trout anglers,” Commissioner Amanda Lefton said. “I encourage anglers to introduce someone new to recreational fishing this year and enjoy Getting Offline and Getting Outside to experience some of the greatest freshwater fishing opportunities in the nation.”
DEC trout stocking is underway with more than 1.7 million catchable-size brook, brown and rainbow trout being stocked in waters across the state from mid-March through early June. Drought conditions at Catskill Fish Hatchery during late summer and autumn of 2025 reduced the water supply to a level that inhibited brown trout growth.
On average, yearling trout from this facility will be shorter than the 9-inch target size at stocking. Growth rates can be expected to recover at Catskill Fish Hatchery with normal rainfall.
Stocked-Extended streams will receive fish every other week for two months to provide season-long opportunities for angler success. Most stream stockings include larger trout 12 inches or more as 10% of the total number.
The Trout Stream Fishing Map on DECinfo Locator allows anglers to view trout stream reaches, color-coded by management category, as well as fishing access associated with those reaches. Anglers can also use their smartphones to find trout fishing opportunities around the state by accessing the Tackle Box feature in DEC’s HuntFishNY app.
Anglers can renew or buy a fishing license by calling, going online or visiting their nearest license issuing agent. When purchasing a license, anglers can also consider purchasing a Habitat & Access Stamp for just $5.
Recreational fishing supports Gov. Kathy Hochul’s “Get Offline, Get Outside” initiative promoting physical and mental health by encouraging New York’s children and families to put down their phones and computers, take a break from social media and enjoy recreation and outdoor social gatherings. DEC has partnered with libraries across the state to provide a Fishing Rod Lending Program.
While borrowing a book, library patrons can sign out a fishing rod. This program offers an opportunity for people to try fishing before deciding to purchase their own gear.
A digital version of the 2026 Freshwater Fishing Regulations Guide is available to download here. Hard copies of the guide are available wherever sporting licenses are sold.
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