Annual rainbow trout stocking begins Nov. 23

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Fall weather has arrived, or as we like to call it – trout weather! We’ll start stocking rainbow trout on Nov. 23 in Neighborhood Fishin’ ponds and other waterways – about 170 locations in all.

Any age or skill level can enjoy the thrill of catching rainbows, so grab grandma and the kids when you go. These trout are meant to be eaten, so bring something you can use to take your catch home. 

336,169 total trout to be stocked from TPWD

TPWD stocks thousands of rainbow trout in 185 ponds, lakes and rivers. Some of the favorites are listed below (dates are subject to change due to weather):

Check the full list and schedule below. Dates and locations are subject to change. Most trout stocking occurs between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Exact times are unavailable. Total quantity is distributed over the scheduled stock dates. Hatchery is the TPWD facility delivering the trout. Hatchery contact information is listed below this chart.

Neighborhood Fishin’ ponds (marked with * ) will be stocked frequently throughout the season.

For further information:

AEW – A.E. Wood Fish Hatchery (512) 353-0572
ETFH – East Texas State Fish Hatchery (409) 698-2052
PK – Possum Kingdom Fish Hatchery (940) 779-2301
TFFC – Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (903) 676-2277
TPWD – Inland Fisheries, Austin (512) 389-4444