Cumberland County · reservoir
Childrens Lake
Stocked 5× on record · PFBC
Childrens Lake is a reservoir in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 6, 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°
69°
15 mph
3%
Fri
Overcast
85°
65°
5 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
89°
68°
13 mph
7%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 6 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 22 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 22 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 26 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 26 | Golden Rainbow 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
- Old Town Run0.7 mi
- Mountain Creek2.7 mistocked May 4, 2026
- Mount Holly Springs Lake4.6 mi
- Spring Run6.1 mi
- Hunters Run5.8 mi
- Wertz Run6.9 mi
- Mount Holly Springs Reservoir6.8 mi
- Fishers Run7.0 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.
Childrens Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Childrens Lake?+
Childrens Lake is stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 6, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Childrens Lake get stocked?+
Going by 5 records since 2026, stocking at Childrens Lake peaks in March and April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Childrens Lake?+
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 Childrens Lake?+
Childrens Lake is a reservoir in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 6, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.