Lancaster County · stream · order 5 river · ~547 cfs typical
Conestoga River
Conestoga River is a stream in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Pennsylvania's fish & wildlife agency; 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
Partly cloudy
88°
68°
5 mph
3%
Sat
Overcast
90°
70°
13 mph
3%
Sun
Drizzle
84°
70°
16 mph
52%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Little Conestoga Creek2.0 mistocked Apr 29, 2026
- Pequea Creek2.7 mistocked Apr 16, 2026
- Otter Creek3.1 mistocked Apr 29, 2026
- West Branch Little Conestoga Creek3.4 mistocked Apr 13, 2026
- Lake Clarke3.9 mi
- Wisslers Run4.8 mi
- Witmers Run5.7 mi
- Fishing Creek5.3 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.
Conestoga River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Conestoga River?+
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 Conestoga River?+
Conestoga River is a stream in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.