Big Fishing Creek
PA
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Stream
About Big Fishing Creek
Big Fishing Creek, particularly the four-mile "Narrows" section near Lamar, is a premier wild brown trout fishery renowned for its cold, limestone-fed waters. This dynamic stream offers a variety of water types, from fast riffles to slow, glassy pools, making it suitable for diverse fly-fishing techniques. Anglers can expect to encounter wild brown trout up to 16 inches and native brook trout up to 12 inches, with opportunities for larger leviathan brown trout, especially during high-water streamer conditions or the famed Green Drake hatch. The stream also supports prolific hatches including Blue Quills, Hendrickson subspecies, Black Caddis, Sulphurs, Slate Drakes, Blue-Winged Olive Duns, and Tricos, providing consistent dry fly and nymphing opportunities throughout the season. Abundant wildlife inhabits the heavily shaded valley, adding to the wild experience, and the stream remains productive even during periods of extreme summer heat and low water.
Access
Seasons
Terrain
Water
Fish Species
Brown Trout
Brook Trout
Fishing Styles
undefined USGS Water Conditions
Water conditions for the last 7 days. You can gain insights to fishing activity based on these conditions, like water temperature and flow.
Data sourced from the USGS National Water Information System
Methods
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Wade Friendly
Land Ownership
Private No Access
Trip Planning
Best fishing typically occurs during spring and summer. Check water conditions before heading out.
See what insects are emerging on Big Fishing Creek's hatch forecast — including active hatches, water temperatures, and which patterns to have in your box this month.