Fulton County · stream · order 5 river · ~66 cfs typical
Big Cove Creek
Stocked 16× on record · PFBC
Big Cove Creek is a stream in Fulton County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 12, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from PFBC; 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°
65°
13 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
88°
64°
7 mph
0%
Sat
Drizzle
92°
70°
14 mph
14%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 12 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 12 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 12 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 12 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 12 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 12 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 12 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 11 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 11 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 11 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does Big Cove Creek get stocked?
Going by 16 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in March and May.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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All Pennsylvania waters with brown trout → · All Pennsylvania waters with golden rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Barnetts Run3.9 mi
- Esther Run4.1 mi
- Little Tonoloway Creek4.1 mistocked Apr 13, 2026
- Palmer Run4.6 mi
- Spring Run5.0 mistocked Mar 12, 2026
- Little Cove Creek5.7 mi
- Joes Run6.1 mi
- Cove Run5.3 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official PA regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Big Cove Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Big Cove Creek?+
Big Cove Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Fulton County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 12, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Big Cove Creek get stocked?+
Going by 16 records since 2026, stocking at Big Cove Creek peaks in March and May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Big Cove Creek?+
Yes — Pennsylvania 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 Cove Creek?+
Big Cove Creek is a stream in Fulton County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 12, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.