Chester County · stream · order 5 river · ~183 cfs typical
West Branch Brandywine Creek
Stocked 8× on record · PFBC
West Branch Brandywine Creek is a stream in Chester County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Apr 27, 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
81°
70°
13 mph
9%
Fri
Mostly clear
86°
66°
6 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
88°
67°
10 mph
3%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 27 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 27 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 9 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 9 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 9 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 3 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 3 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 3 | Brown Trout | — | ||
When does West Branch Brandywine Creek get stocked?
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in April.
Angler reports
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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
- East Branch Brandywine Creek0.0 mistocked May 6, 2026
- Plum Run1.3 mi
- Taylor Run2.2 mi
- Broad Run1.7 mi
- Pocopson Creek2.3 mistocked Apr 21, 2026
- Bennetts Run2.7 mi
- Valley Creek3.3 mi
- Broad Run4.1 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.
West Branch Brandywine Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Branch Brandywine Creek?+
West Branch Brandywine Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Chester County, Pennsylvania, most recently on Apr 27, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Branch Brandywine Creek get stocked?+
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking at West Branch Brandywine Creek peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish West Branch Brandywine 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 West Branch Brandywine Creek?+
West Branch Brandywine Creek is a stream in Chester County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated Apr 27, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.