Delaware County · stream · order 4 river · ~48 cfs typical
Ridley Creek
Stocked 18× on record · PFBC
Ridley Creek is a stream in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Apr 29, 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
88°
68°
6 mph
4%
Sat
Overcast
89°
69°
11 mph
1%
Sun
Overcast
89°
71°
12 mph
29%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Scheduled stockings ahead
Oct 2, 2026 — Rainbow Trout
Oct 2, 2026 — Rainbow Trout
Published schedule — agencies adjust for weather and water.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 29 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 29 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 25 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 25 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 7 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 6 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 6 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 26 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 26 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 26 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 26 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 26 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 12 | Brown Trout | — | ||
When does Ridley Creek get stocked?
Going by 18 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in March and April.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
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
- Chester Creek0.9 mistocked May 7, 2026
- Repaupo Creek1.4 mi
- Crum Creek1.4 mi
- Ridley Park Lake2.0 mi
- Darby Creek1.8 mistocked May 11, 2026
- Little Timber Creek3.1 mi
- Thirteenth Avenue Lake (historical)3.0 mi
- Cooper Lake3.4 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.
Ridley Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Ridley Creek?+
Ridley Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, most recently on Apr 29, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Ridley Creek get stocked?+
Going by 18 records since 2026, stocking at Ridley 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 Ridley 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 Ridley Creek?+
Ridley Creek is a stream in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated Apr 29, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.