Allegany County · stream · order 6 river · ~1,521 cfs typical
North Branch Potomac River
Stocked 22× since 2025 · Maryland DNR
North Branch Potomac River is a stream in Allegany County, Maryland, stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 8, 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
87°
62°
4 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
92°
67°
12 mph
17%
Sun
Rain
78°
68°
9 mph
56%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 8 | Rainbow Trout | 450 | ||
| May 8 | Rainbow Trout | 910 | ||
| May 6 | Rainbow Trout | 645 | ||
| May 6 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 20 | Rainbow Trout | 910 | ||
| Apr 20 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Rainbow Trout | 645 | ||
| Apr 13 | Rainbow Trout | 450 | ||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 910 | ||
| Apr 1 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 1 | Rainbow Trout | 1,810 | ||
| Apr 1 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 30 | Rainbow Trout | 1,290 | ||
| Mar 30 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 9 | Rainbow Trout | 2,585 | ||
| Mar 9 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 6 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 6 | Rainbow Trout | 3,630 | ||
| Mar 3 | Rainbow Trout | 1,810 | ||
| Mar 3 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Oct 7 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | ||
| Oct 7 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does North Branch Potomac River get stocked?
Going by 22 records since 2025, stocking here peaks in March and April.
Angler reports
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Nearby waters
- South Branch Potomac River0.0 mi
- Mill Run0.8 mi
- Green Spring Run1.0 mi
- Seven Springs Run1.3 mi
- Stony Run1.9 mi
- Paul Roeder Farm Pond2.3 mi
- Trading Run2.6 mi
- Town Creek2.4 mistocked Apr 14, 2026
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.
North Branch Potomac River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in North Branch Potomac River?+
North Branch Potomac River is stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Allegany County, Maryland, most recently on May 8, 2026 by Maryland DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does North Branch Potomac River get stocked?+
Going by 22 records since 2025, stocking at North Branch Potomac River peaks in March and April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish North Branch Potomac River?+
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 North Branch Potomac River?+
North Branch Potomac River is a stream in Allegany County, Maryland. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Maryland DNR · updated May 8, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.