Luzerne County · stream · order 3 river · ~17 cfs typical
Shades Creek
Shades Creek is a stream in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Pennsylvania's fish & wildlife agency; 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°
60°
9 mph
4%
Sat
Overcast
82°
64°
10 mph
1%
Sun
Drizzle
74°
64°
11 mph
53%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Bear Creek2.4 mi
- Stony Run2.3 mi
- Francis E Walter Reservoir2.7 mistocked May 8, 2026
- Bear Creek Lake2.6 mi
- Tenmile Run3.0 mi
- Antler Lake3.9 mi
- Sunrise Lake3.8 mi
- Meadow Run4.2 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.
Shades Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Shades 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 Shades Creek?+
Shades Creek is a stream in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.