Snyder County · stream · order 5 river · ~116 cfs typical
West Branch Mahantango Creek
Stocked 10× on record · PFBC
West Branch Mahantango Creek is a stream in Snyder County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 11, 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
80°
67°
12 mph
3%
Fri
Overcast
85°
63°
3 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
89°
66°
12 mph
7%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 11 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| May 11 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 11 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 11 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 2 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 2 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 2 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 2 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 2 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 2 | Brown Trout | — | ||
When does West Branch Mahantango Creek get stocked?
Going by 10 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in March.
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
- Mahantango Creek1.8 mistocked Apr 13, 2026
- North Branch Mahantango Creek1.5 mistocked May 11, 2026
- Dobson Run3.1 mi
- Independence Run3.8 mi
- Leiningers Run3.5 mi
- Chapman Creek4.2 mi
- Pa-478 Reservoir5.9 mi
- Silver Creek5.3 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 Mahantango Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Branch Mahantango Creek?+
West Branch Mahantango Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Snyder County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 11, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Branch Mahantango Creek get stocked?+
Going by 10 records since 2026, stocking at West Branch Mahantango Creek peaks in March. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish West Branch Mahantango 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 Mahantango Creek?+
West Branch Mahantango Creek is a stream in Snyder County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 11, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.