Butler County · stream · order 3 river · ~19 cfs typical
South Branch Bear Creek
South Branch Bear Creek is a stream in Butler 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
84°
59°
6 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
88°
65°
10 mph
40%
Sun
Showers
72°
65°
11 mph
89%
→ 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
- Silver Creek1.8 mistocked May 6, 2026
- North Branch Bear Creek2.2 mi
- Number Three Reservoir2.5 mi
- Bear Creek3.3 mi
- Clarion River4.9 mi
- Pine Run6.1 mi
- Black Fox Run5.3 mi
- Lake Johnston7.2 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.
South Branch Bear Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish South Branch Bear 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 South Branch Bear Creek?+
South Branch Bear Creek is a stream in Butler County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.