Eighteenmile Creek fish stocking
Newfane, Niagara County, New York
Eighteenmile Creek in Newfane, Niagara County, New York was last stocked in April 2025 with 155,210 chinook and steelhead. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 773,653 fish in 13 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in March, April, and May.
When Eighteenmile Creek gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 177,710 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinook | 138,210 | 3.7″ | |
| Steelhead | 17,000 | 5.8″ | |
| Coho | 22,500 | 5.8″ |
2024 · 284,063 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinook | 106,353 | 3″ | |
| Chinook | 138,210 | 3.5″ | |
| Steelhead | 17,000 | 5.6″ | |
| Coho | 22,500 | 2.6″ |
2023 · 165,830 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinook | 126,330 | 3.8″ | |
| Steelhead | 17,000 | 5.6″ | |
| Coho | 22,500 | 5.58″ |
2022 · 146,050 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinook | 113,600 | 3.5″ | |
| Steelhead | 17,000 | 5.5″ | |
| Coho | 15,450 | 2.5″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Eighteenmile Creek last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Eighteenmile Creek was last stocked in April 2025 (about 2 years ago), with 155,210 chinook and steelhead.
What fish are stocked in Eighteenmile Creek?
Eighteenmile Creek has been stocked with chinook, coho, and steelhead in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Eighteenmile Creek 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 Eighteenmile Creek?
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 Eighteenmile Creek.
Other stocked waters in Niagara County
Niagara River
Lower Niagara River
Lake Ontario
Hyde Park Lake
Oppenheim Park Pond
Twelvemile Creek
All 8 stocked waters in Niagara 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.