Potter County · stream · order 4 river · ~108 cfs typical
West Branch Pine Creek
Stocked 4× on record · PFBC
West Branch Pine Creek is a stream in Potter County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Apr 9, 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
73°
62°
10 mph
2%
Fri
Partly cloudy
80°
59°
5 mph
0%
Sat
Drizzle
83°
62°
11 mph
20%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Apr 9 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 9 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 21 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 21 | 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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Nearby waters
- Galeton Lake0.0 mi
- South Branch Pine Creek0.3 mi
- Phoenix Run2.7 mi
- Crippen Run3.3 mi
- Elk Run3.5 mi
- Gormania Branch3.7 mi
- Genesee Forks4.7 mi
- Lyman Run5.1 mistocked May 1, 2026
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 Pine Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Branch Pine Creek?+
West Branch Pine Creek is stocked with Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Potter County, Pennsylvania, most recently on Apr 9, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Branch Pine Creek get stocked?+
Going by 4 records since 2026, stocking at West Branch Pine Creek peaks in March and April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish West Branch Pine 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 Pine Creek?+
West Branch Pine Creek is a stream in Potter County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated Apr 9, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.