Frederick County · stream · order 5 river · ~130 cfs typical
Catoctin Creek
Stocked 5× on record · Maryland DNR
Catoctin Creek is a stream in Frederick County, Maryland, stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Mar 9, 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
Mostly clear
86°
64°
7 mph
1%
Sat
Drizzle
90°
68°
13 mph
7%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Mar 9 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | ||
| Mar 9 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | ||
| Feb 19 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | ||
| Feb 19 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Feb 19 | Rainbow Trout | 300 | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Lander Branch0.5 mi
- Little Catoctin Creek1.0 mi
- Catoctin Creek2.4 mi
- Quarter Branch2.3 mi
- Washington Run3.1 mi
- Broad Run3.7 mi
- Gore Pond4.0 mi
- Lewis Mill Branch4.5 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.
Catoctin Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Catoctin Creek?+
Catoctin Creek is stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Frederick County, Maryland, most recently on Mar 9, 2026 by Maryland DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Catoctin Creek get stocked?+
Going by 5 records since 2026, stocking at Catoctin Creek peaks in February. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Catoctin 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 Catoctin Creek?+
Catoctin Creek is a stream in Frederick County, Maryland. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Maryland DNR · updated Mar 9, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.