Chester County · stream · order 5 river · ~168 cfs typical
East Branch Brandywine Creek
Stocked 14× on record · PFBC
East Branch Brandywine Creek is a stream in Chester County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, 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
81°
70°
13 mph
9%
Fri
Mostly clear
86°
66°
6 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
88°
67°
10 mph
3%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Scheduled stockings ahead
Oct 7, 2026 — Rainbow Trout
Published schedule — agencies adjust for weather and water.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 4 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 4 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 4 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Feb 25 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Feb 25 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Feb 25 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Feb 25 | Brown Trout | — | ||
When does East Branch Brandywine Creek get stocked?
Going by 14 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in February through May.
Angler reports
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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
- West Branch Brandywine Creek0.0 mistocked Apr 27, 2026
- Plum Run1.3 mi
- Taylor Run2.2 mi
- Broad Run1.7 mi
- Pocopson Creek2.3 mistocked Apr 21, 2026
- Bennetts Run2.7 mi
- Valley Creek3.3 mi
- Broad Run4.1 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.
East Branch Brandywine Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in East Branch Brandywine Creek?+
East Branch Brandywine Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Chester County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 6, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does East Branch Brandywine Creek get stocked?+
Going by 14 records since 2026, stocking at East Branch Brandywine Creek peaks in February through May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish East Branch Brandywine 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 East Branch Brandywine Creek?+
East Branch Brandywine Creek is a stream in Chester 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.