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Downey Branch
Downey Branch is a stream in Washington County, Maryland. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Maryland's fish & wildlife agency; 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
88°
66°
6 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
90°
68°
16 mph
11%
Sun
Showers
83°
68°
16 mph
55%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Potomac River Reservoir2.4 mi
- Opequon Creek2.4 mistocked May 4, 2026
- Marsh Run3.1 mi
- Hoke Run3.5 mi
- Potomac River Reservoir4.5 mi
- Conococheague Creek4.9 mi
- Swan Pond5.0 mi
- Semple Run5.6 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.
Downey Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Downey Branch?+
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 Downey Branch?+
Downey Branch is a stream in Washington County, Maryland. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.