Essex County Fair fish stocking
Westport, Essex County, New York
Essex County Fair in Westport, Essex County, New York was last stocked in August 2025 with 8 brown trout. Across the 3 years shown here, NYSDEC released 62 fish in 5 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in August.
When Essex County Fair gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 8 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 8 | 11″ |
2024 · 30 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 15 | 16″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 15 | 16″ |
2022 · 24 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 12 | 15″ | |
| Rainbow Trout | 12 | 16″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Essex County Fair last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Essex County Fair was last stocked in August 2025 (about 14 months ago), with 8 brown trout.
What fish are stocked in Essex County Fair?
Essex County Fair has been stocked with brown trout and rainbow trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Essex County Fair usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in August. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Essex County Fair?
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 Essex County Fair.
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.