12,000 years ago, at the time of the last Adirondack glacial retreat, extremely cold tolerant fish species began feeding and thriving at the edge of the receding glaciers. The Windfall Brook Trout strain developed as a result of unique environmental conditions found solely in Franklin County.

Over the centuries, the wild Windfall Brook Trout has evolved to become every serious angling enthusiast's prize catch. Since the turn of the century, the windfall brook trout has been coveted for its tenacious fighting ability, brilliant color and large sizes, some reaching over three pounds and approximately twenty inches in length.

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Fishing Preserves
Cold Brook Farm - 518-891-3585
Fisherman's Paradise - 518-497-6711
Hinchinbrooke Fish Hatchery - 518-497-6505
Restful Ponds - 518-425-3361
Smooth Flow Ponds - 518-483-7561
Springbrook Farm - 518-425-6879