Carroll County · stream · order 5 river · ~101 cfs typical
South Branch Patapsco River
Stocked 18× since 2025 · Maryland DNR
South Branch Patapsco River is a stream in Carroll County, Maryland, stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 7, 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
3%
Fri
Mostly clear
85°
66°
5 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
89°
68°
11 mph
5%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 7 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| May 7 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 7 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| May 7 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 22 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | ||
| Apr 22 | Rainbow Trout | 1,000 | ||
| Apr 22 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 22 | Rainbow Trout | 1,200 | ||
| Apr 22 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 26 | Rainbow Trout | 1,200 | ||
| Mar 26 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Rainbow Trout | 800 | ||
| Mar 16 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | ||
| Mar 16 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Rainbow Trout | 400 | ||
| Mar 16 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Oct 20 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Oct 20 | Rainbow Trout | 500 | ||
When does South Branch Patapsco River get stocked?
Going by 18 records since 2025, stocking here peaks in March.
Angler reports
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Nearby waters
- North Branch Patapsco River0.0 mi
- Piney Run0.7 mistocked Apr 22, 2026
- Locust Run3.9 mi
- Brice Run3.8 mi
- Morgan Run5.1 mistocked Apr 23, 2026
- Liberty Lake5.3 mi
- Middle Run5.8 mi
- Benson Branch6.2 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.
South Branch Patapsco River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in South Branch Patapsco River?+
South Branch Patapsco River is stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Carroll County, Maryland, most recently on May 7, 2026 by Maryland DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does South Branch Patapsco River get stocked?+
Going by 18 records since 2025, stocking at South Branch Patapsco River peaks in March. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish South Branch Patapsco 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 South Branch Patapsco River?+
South Branch Patapsco River is a stream in Carroll County, Maryland. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Maryland DNR · updated May 7, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.