Luzerne County · stream · order 3 river · ~76 cfs typical
Big Wapwallopen Creek
Stocked 8× on record · PFBC
Big Wapwallopen Creek is a stream in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 1, 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°
9 mph
17%
Fri
Partly cloudy
87°
63°
7 mph
3%
Sat
Overcast
89°
67°
12 mph
9%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 1 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 1 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 1 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 16 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 16 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 16 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 9 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 9 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does Big Wapwallopen Creek get stocked?
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in April and May.
Angler reports
What's biting
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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
- Little Wapwallopen Creek1.5 mi
- Black Creek4.8 mi
- Shickshinny Creek5.5 mi
- Little Nescopeck Creek5.4 mi
- Lily Lake5.6 mistocked Apr 14, 2026
- Turkey Pond (historical)6.1 mi
- Glen Brook Reservoir5.0 mi
- Najaka Pond6.3 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 Wapwallopen Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Big Wapwallopen Creek?+
Big Wapwallopen Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 1, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Big Wapwallopen Creek get stocked?+
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking at Big Wapwallopen Creek peaks in April and May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Big Wapwallopen 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 Wapwallopen Creek?+
Big Wapwallopen Creek is a stream in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 1, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.