Cecil County · stream · order 4 river · ~80 cfs typical
Big Elk Creek
Stocked 14× since 2025 · Maryland DNR
Big Elk Creek is a stream in Cecil 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
80°
69°
13 mph
5%
Fri
Partly cloudy
85°
67°
4 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
88°
67°
10 mph
13%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 6 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Rainbow Trout | 600 | ||
| Apr 13 | Rainbow Trout | 2,000 | ||
| Apr 13 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 13 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 26 | Rainbow Trout | 1,500 | ||
| Mar 26 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 18 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | ||
| Mar 18 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 18 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Feb 25 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Feb 25 | Rainbow Trout | 700 | ||
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Oct 15 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | ||
| Oct 15 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does Big Elk Creek get stocked?
Going by 14 records since 2025, stocking here peaks in March.
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All Maryland waters with brown trout → · All Maryland waters with golden rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Little Elk Creek0.0 mi
- Mill Creek0.6 mi
- Cow Pond1.7 mi
- Perch Creek2.0 mi
- Plum Creek2.2 mi
- Laurel Run2.5 mi
- Elkton Reservoir2.5 mi
- Emily Point Disposal Area Lake3.8 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.
Big Elk Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Big Elk Creek?+
Big Elk Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Cecil County, Maryland, most recently on May 6, 2026 by Maryland DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Big Elk Creek get stocked?+
Going by 14 records since 2025, stocking at Big Elk Creek peaks in March. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Big Elk 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 Big Elk Creek?+
Big Elk Creek is a stream in Cecil 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.