Delaware County · stream · order 5 river · ~84 cfs typical
Chester Creek
Stocked 14× on record · PFBC
Chester Creek is a stream in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow 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
88°
68°
5 mph
4%
Sat
Overcast
90°
69°
12 mph
1%
Sun
Overcast
89°
71°
12 mph
29%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 7 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 7 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 29 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 29 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 29 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 13 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 13 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 13 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 19 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 19 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 19 | Brown Trout | — | ||
When does Chester Creek get stocked?
Going by 14 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in April.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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All Pennsylvania waters with brown trout → · All Pennsylvania waters with golden rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Ridley Creek0.9 mistocked Apr 29, 2026
- Repaupo Creek1.6 mi
- Raccoon Creek2.6 mi
- Crum Creek2.3 mi
- Ridley Park Lake2.8 mi
- Darby Creek2.7 mistocked May 11, 2026
- Cooper Lake3.2 mi
- Little Timber Creek3.0 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.
Chester Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Chester Creek?+
Chester Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 7, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Chester Creek get stocked?+
Going by 14 records since 2026, stocking at Chester Creek peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Chester 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 Chester Creek?+
Chester Creek is a stream in Delaware 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.