Lower Niagara River fish stocking
Porter, Niagara County, New York
Lower Niagara River in Porter, Niagara County, New York was last stocked in June 2025 with 38,500 brown trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 887,882 fish in 22 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in April, May, and June.
2026 stocking plan
From NYSDEC's published season plan. Plans can change because of weather and hatchery conditions.
| When | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | Brown Trout | 37,100 | 8 inches |
When Lower Niagara River gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 207,588 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 38,500 | 8.3″ | |
| Chinook | 90,000 | 3.9″ | |
| Chinook | 25,000 | 3.2″ | |
| Steelhead | 25,000 | 6.2″ | |
| Steelhead | 29,088 | 5.27″ |
2024 · 265,800 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 49,770 | 3.6″ | |
| Chinook | 90,000 | 3.7″ | |
| Steelhead | 15,000 | 5.4″ | |
| Walleye | 23,200 | 1.2″ | |
| Brown Trout | 37,450 | 8.7″ | |
| Steelhead | 50,380 | 4.6″ |
2023 · 215,914 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Trout | 35,000 | 8.9″ | |
| Walleye | 23,200 | 1″ | |
| Chinook | 89,930 | 4″ | |
| Steelhead | 15,000 | 5.8″ | |
| Chinook | 27,810 | 3.1″ | |
| Steelhead | 24,974 | 4.9″ |
2022 · 198,580 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | 23,200 | 1.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 35,000 | 9″ | |
| Chinook | 75,000 | 4″ | |
| Steelhead | 15,000 | 5.5″ | |
| Steelhead | 50,380 | 4.5″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Lower Niagara River last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Lower Niagara River was last stocked in June 2025 (about 16 months ago), with 38,500 brown trout.
What fish are stocked in Lower Niagara River?
Lower Niagara River has been stocked with brown trout, chinook, steelhead, and walleye in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Lower Niagara River usually get stocked?
Most fish have been stocked in April, May, and June. Exact dates change from year to year, so check back or see NYSDEC's official stocking page.
Do I need a license to fish Lower Niagara 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 Lower Niagara River.
Other stocked waters in Niagara County
Niagara River
Lake Ontario
Eighteenmile Creek
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.