Lancaster County · stream · order 3 river · ~42 cfs typical
Hammer Creek
Stocked 10× on record · PFBC
Hammer Creek is a stream in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Mar 16, 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°
14 mph
6%
Fri
Mostly clear
85°
65°
5 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
87°
66°
12 mph
1%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Mar 16 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 16 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does Hammer Creek get stocked?
Going by 10 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in March.
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
- Middle Creek0.2 mi
- Cocalico Creek3.2 mi
- Groff Creek3.3 mi
- Indian Lake5.7 mi
- Speedwell Forge Dam5.5 mi
- Spring Lake7.0 mi
- Middle Creek Reservoir7.8 mi
- Muddy Creek6.2 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.
Hammer Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Hammer Creek?+
Hammer Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, most recently on Mar 16, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Hammer Creek get stocked?+
Going by 10 records since 2026, stocking at Hammer Creek peaks in March. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Hammer 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 Hammer Creek?+
Hammer Creek is a stream in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated Mar 16, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.