Boreas River fish stocking
Minerva, Essex County, New York
Boreas River in Minerva, Essex County, New York was last stocked in April 2025 with 1,970 brown trout and rainbow trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 12,026 fish in 34 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 | 80 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 700 | 9– 10 inches |
When Boreas River gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 1,970 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 300 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 690 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 80 | 13.4″ | |
| Brown Trout | 300 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 300 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 300 | 11″ |
2024 · 3,320 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 50 | 10″ | |
| Brown Trout | 440 | 10″ | |
| Brown Trout | 80 | 13.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 300 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 660 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 80 | 13.8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 660 | 9.5″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 300 | 12″ | |
| Brook Trout | 250 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 11″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 300 | 12″ |
2023 · 3,786 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 660 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 70 | 13.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 660 | 9.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 70 | 13.7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 86 | 14″ | |
| Brown Trout | 440 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 400 | 14″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 400 | 14″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 300 | 14″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 400 | 13″ |
2022 · 2,950 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | 400 | 13″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 8″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,320 | 8.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 440 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 190 | 13.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 300 | 12″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Boreas River last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Boreas River was last stocked in April 2025 (about 2 years ago), with 1,970 brown trout and rainbow trout.
What fish are stocked in Boreas River?
Boreas River has been stocked with brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Boreas 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 Boreas 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 Boreas 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.