Columbia County · stream · order 4 river · ~50 cfs typical
South Branch Roaring Creek
Stocked 12× on record · PFBC
South Branch Roaring Creek is a stream in Columbia County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 6, 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
Drizzle
79°
67°
11 mph
6%
Fri
Overcast
85°
62°
5 mph
1%
Sat
Drizzle
88°
66°
13 mph
5%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 6 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 11 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 11 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 11 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 11 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 11 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 11 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does South Branch Roaring Creek get stocked?
Going by 12 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in March and 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
- Mugser Run2.1 mistocked May 6, 2026
- Roaring Creek2.4 mistocked Mar 11, 2026
- Lake Glory2.7 mi
- Little Roaring Creek3.1 mi
- Catawissa Creek3.8 mi
- Fishing Creek5.3 mi
- Number One Reservoir5.8 mi
- Bear Gap Reservoir5.8 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 Roaring Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in South Branch Roaring Creek?+
South Branch Roaring Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Columbia County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 6, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does South Branch Roaring Creek get stocked?+
Going by 12 records since 2026, stocking at South Branch Roaring Creek peaks in March and May. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish South Branch Roaring 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 Roaring Creek?+
South Branch Roaring Creek is a stream in Columbia County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 6, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.