Cumberland County · stream · order 2 river · ~14 cfs typical
Big Spring Creek
Stocked 5× on record · PFBC
Big Spring Creek is a stream in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brook Trout — most recently on May 7, 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
80°
68°
12 mph
2%
Fri
Overcast
85°
65°
5 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
89°
66°
14 mph
12%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 7 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| Apr 10 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| Apr 10 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| Mar 27 | Brook Trout | — | ||
| Mar 27 | Brook Trout | — | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Doubling Gap Creek1.4 mi
- Rock Run1.7 mi
- Back Creek1.7 mi
- Brandy Run3.4 mi
- Bloser Creek3.7 mi
- Green Spring Creek3.5 mistocked May 13, 2026
- Locust Creek4.9 mi
- Three Square Hollow Run5.5 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 Spring Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Big Spring Creek?+
Big Spring Creek is stocked with Brook Trout in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 7, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Big Spring Creek get stocked?+
Going by 5 records since 2026, stocking at Big Spring Creek peaks in March and April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Big Spring 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 Spring Creek?+
Big Spring Creek is a stream in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 7, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.