Dauphin County · stream · order 3 river · ~15 cfs typical
West Branch Rattling Creek
Stocked 3× on record · PFBC
West Branch Rattling Creek is a stream in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 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
77°
67°
13 mph
3%
Fri
Overcast
83°
64°
5 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
85°
70°
10 mph
4%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 9 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Apr 8 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 23 | Brook Trout | — | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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All Pennsylvania waters with brook trout → · All Pennsylvania waters with rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- East Branch Rattling Creek0.2 mi
- Rattling Creek1.6 mistocked May 9, 2026
- Bear Puddles2.3 mi
- DeHart Reservoir5.4 mi
- Wolf Pond4.7 mi
- Dresden Lake6.3 mi
- Dehart Reservoir7.0 mi
- Pine Creek7.7 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 Rattling Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Branch Rattling Creek?+
West Branch Rattling Creek is stocked with Brook Trout and Rainbow Trout in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 9, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
Do I need a license to fish West Branch Rattling 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 Rattling Creek?+
West Branch Rattling Creek is a stream in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 9, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.