McKean County · reservoir
Hamlin Lake
Stocked 5× on record · PFBC
Hamlin Lake is a reservoir in McKean County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 4, 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°
58°
4 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
83°
63°
11 mph
20%
Sun
Showers
68°
65°
14 mph
86%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 4 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 6 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 6 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Feb 27 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Feb 27 | 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
- Marvin Creek0.2 mistocked Feb 24, 2026
- Blacksmith Run1.1 mi
- Cole Creek3.4 mi
- South Branch Cole Creek3.8 mi
- North Branch Cole Creek3.8 mi
- Pierce Brook4.4 mi
- Walcott Brook4.8 mi
- Rices Creek5.2 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.
Hamlin Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Hamlin Lake?+
Hamlin Lake is stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in McKean County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 4, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Hamlin Lake get stocked?+
Going by 5 records since 2026, stocking at Hamlin Lake peaks in February and April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Hamlin 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 Hamlin Lake?+
Hamlin Lake is a reservoir in McKean County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 4, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.