Lancaster County · stream · order 3 river · ~60 cfs typical
West Branch Octoraro Creek
Stocked 11× on record · PFBC
West Branch Octoraro Creek is a stream in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Apr 13, 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°
70°
15 mph
3%
Fri
Mostly clear
85°
65°
6 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
87°
68°
11 mph
1%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 13 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 13 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 13 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Apr 13 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 20 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 20 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 20 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 20 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 20 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 20 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 20 | Brown Trout | — | ||
When does West Branch Octoraro Creek get stocked?
Going by 11 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
- East Branch Octoraro Creek0.0 mistocked Apr 9, 2026
- Tweed Creek0.6 mi
- Octoraro Lake0.6 mi
- Leech Run1.4 mi
- Muddy Run2.7 mi
- Black Run3.6 mi
- Reynolds Run5.6 mi
- Knight Run6.2 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.
West Branch Octoraro Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Branch Octoraro Creek?+
West Branch Octoraro Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, most recently on Apr 13, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Branch Octoraro Creek get stocked?+
Going by 11 records since 2026, stocking at West Branch Octoraro 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 Octoraro 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 Octoraro Creek?+
West Branch Octoraro Creek is a stream in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated Apr 13, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.