Hyde Park Lake fish stocking
Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York
Hyde Park Lake in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, New York was last stocked in April 2025 with 1,990 brown trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 7,820 fish in 8 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April.
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 | 230 | 12–15 inches |
| — 2026 | Brown Trout | 1,800 | 8 inches |
When Hyde Park Lake gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 1,990 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 210 | 13.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 1,780 | 9.2″ |
2024 · 2,030 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 1,820 | 9.9″ | |
| Brown Trout | 210 | 13.6″ |
2023 · 1,900 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 1,700 | 9.4″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 13.8″ |
2022 · 1,900 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 1,700 | 10″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 13″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Hyde Park Lake last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Hyde Park Lake was last stocked in April 2025 (about 2 years ago), with 1,990 brown trout.
What fish are stocked in Hyde Park Lake?
Hyde Park Lake has been stocked with brown trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Hyde Park Lake usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in April. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Hyde Park Lake?
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 Hyde Park Lake.
Other stocked waters in Niagara County
Niagara River
Lower Niagara River
Lake Ontario
Eighteenmile Creek
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.