Washington County · stream · order 5 river · ~301 cfs typical
Antietam Creek
Stocked 21× since 2025 · Maryland DNR
Antietam Creek is a stream in Washington County, Maryland, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 6, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Maryland DNR; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
82°
68°
13 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
86°
65°
7 mph
0%
Sat
Drizzle
90°
71°
15 mph
9%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 6 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| May 1 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| May 1 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 22 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 22 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| Apr 15 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| Apr 10 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| Apr 10 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 1 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| Mar 23 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 23 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| Mar 12 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| Mar 12 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 6 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| Mar 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 6 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Oct 9 | Brown Trout | 750 | ||
When does Antietam Creek get stocked?
Going by 21 records since 2025, stocking here peaks in March and April.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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All Maryland waters with brown trout → · All Maryland waters with golden rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Little Antietam Creek4.9 mi
- Elks Run5.7 mi
- Marsh Run6.1 mi
- Lake Quigley (historical)6.6 mi
- Shenandoah River6.6 mi
- Piney Run6.8 mi
- Israel Creek7.1 mistocked Apr 15, 2026
- Potomac River Reservoir6.8 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official MD regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Antietam Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Antietam Creek?+
Antietam Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Washington County, Maryland, most recently on May 6, 2026 by Maryland DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Antietam Creek get stocked?+
Going by 21 records since 2025, stocking at Antietam Creek peaks in March and April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Antietam Creek?+
Yes — Maryland requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Antietam Creek?+
Antietam Creek is a stream in Washington County, Maryland. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Maryland DNR · updated May 6, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.