York County · stream · order 5 river · ~127 cfs typical
South Branch Codorus Creek
Stocked 6× on record · PFBC
South Branch Codorus Creek is a stream in York County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 5, 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
82°
68°
16 mph
2%
Fri
Mostly clear
87°
64°
6 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
90°
66°
15 mph
3%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 5 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 5 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 13 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Feb 25 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Feb 25 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Feb 25 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
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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
- East Branch Codorus Creek2.0 mistocked May 5, 2026
- Lake Williams2.7 mi
- Kiwanis Lake3.1 mi
- Lake Redman3.6 mi
- Mill Creek4.3 mi
- Kehms Lake4.5 mi
- Barshinger Creek5.9 mi
- Fox Run6.7 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 Codorus Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in South Branch Codorus Creek?+
South Branch Codorus Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in York County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 5, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does South Branch Codorus Creek get stocked?+
Going by 6 records since 2026, stocking at South Branch Codorus Creek peaks in February. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish South Branch Codorus 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 Codorus Creek?+
South Branch Codorus Creek is a stream in York County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 5, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.