Forest County · stream · order 3 river · ~33 cfs typical
West Hickory Creek
Stocked 8× on record · PFBC
West Hickory Creek is a stream in Forest County, Pennsylvania, stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout — most recently on May 8, 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
79°
56°
10 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
84°
60°
7 mph
1%
Sat
Overcast
85°
65°
9 mph
50%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| May 8 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 19 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 19 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 19 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 19 | Golden Rainbow Trout | — | ||
| Mar 19 | Brown Trout | — | ||
| Mar 19 | Rainbow Trout | — | ||
When does West Hickory Creek get stocked?
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking here peaks in March.
Angler reports
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All Pennsylvania waters with brown trout → · All Pennsylvania waters with golden rainbow trout →
Nearby waters
- Little Hickory Run0.1 mistocked Mar 12, 2026
- East Hickory Creek1.5 mistocked May 8, 2026
- Dawson Run1.9 mi
- Beaver Run3.2 mistocked May 8, 2026
- Pigeon Run3.8 mi
- Tubbs Run3.9 mi
- Otter Creek3.7 mi
- Tionesta Creek5.4 mistocked May 14, 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 Hickory Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in West Hickory Creek?+
West Hickory Creek is stocked with Brown Trout, Golden Rainbow Trout and Rainbow Trout in Forest County, Pennsylvania, most recently on May 8, 2026 by PFBC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does West Hickory Creek get stocked?+
Going by 8 records since 2026, stocking at West Hickory Creek peaks in March. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish West Hickory 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 Hickory Creek?+
West Hickory Creek is a stream in Forest County, Pennsylvania. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: PFBC · updated May 8, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.