Lackawanna County · stream · order 4 river · ~96 cfs typical
Roaring Brook
Stocked 13× on record · PFBC
Roaring Brook is a stream in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 11, 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
78°
66°
10 mph
36%
Fri
Overcast
82°
63°
5 mph
3%
Sat
Overcast
86°
67°
10 mph
3%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Scheduled stockings ahead
Oct 5, 2026 — Rainbow Trout
Published schedule — agencies adjust for weather and water.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 11 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 11 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 11 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 11 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 11 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 11 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 10 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does Roaring Brook get stocked?
Going by 13 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in May.
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
- Stafford Meadow Brook0.4 mi
- YMCA Dam0.8 mi
- Cooling Pond1.3 mi
- Mountain Lake1.9 mi
- Keyser Creek2.0 mi
- Capouse Reservoir (historical)2.3 mi
- District Number Five Reservoir3.0 mi
- Lake Scranton2.5 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.
Roaring Brook fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Roaring Brook?+
Roaring Brook is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 11, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Roaring Brook get stocked?+
Going by 13 records since 2026, stocking at Roaring Brook peaks in May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Roaring Brook?+
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 Roaring Brook?+
Roaring Brook is a stream in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 11, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.