Trout Brook fish stocking
Minerva, Essex County, New York
Trout Brook in Minerva, Essex County, New York was last stocked in May 2025 with 730 brook trout. Across the 4 years shown here, NYSDEC released 6,520 fish in 15 separate stockings. Stockings here are most common in March, April, and May.
When Trout Brook gets fish
Stocking history
New York reports the month of each stocking, not the exact day.
2025 · 1,030 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 730 | 9.5″ | |
| Brown Trout | 150 | 11″ | |
| Brown Trout | 150 | 11″ |
2024 · 1,730 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 1,030 | 9.5″ | |
| Brook Trout | 250 | 7″ | |
| Brook Trout | 250 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 200 | 11″ |
2023 · 1,880 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 1,030 | 9.1″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 250 | 14″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ |
2022 · 1,880 fish
| Date | Species | Fish | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Trout | 1,030 | 9.5″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 8″ | |
| Brook Trout | 300 | 7″ | |
| Brown Trout | 250 | 12″ |
Frequently asked questions
When was Trout Brook last stocked?
NYSDEC records show Trout Brook was last stocked in May 2025 (about 17 months ago), with 730 brook trout.
What fish are stocked in Trout Brook?
Trout Brook has been stocked with brook trout and brown trout in the years shown here (2022–2025).
When does Trout Brook 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 Trout Brook?
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 Trout Brook.
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.