Dauphin County · stream · order 3 river · ~52 cfs typical
Powells Creek
Stocked 12× on record · PFBC
Powells Creek is a stream in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Apr 8, 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°
14 mph
4%
Fri
Overcast
87°
66°
6 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
90°
68°
11 mph
6%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 8 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does Powells Creek get stocked?
Going by 12 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in March and April.
Angler reports
What's biting
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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
- Juniata River1.7 mi
- MWIS Site Number Six-Anthracite Reservoir3.0 mi
- Buffalo Creek2.9 mi
- Clark Creek3.1 mistocked May 8, 2026
- Little Juniata Creek2.9 mistocked May 5, 2026
- Shermans Creek2.9 mistocked Apr 27, 2026
- Cove Creek3.4 mi
- Dornbach Run3.5 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.
Powells Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Powells Creek?+
Powells Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, most recently on Apr 8, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Powells Creek get stocked?+
Going by 12 records since 2026, stocking at Powells Creek peaks in March and April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Powells 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 Powells Creek?+
Powells Creek is a stream in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated Apr 8, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.