Size
Spring Creek has more than 20 miles of water available to the public. Sections of the stream do run through private land where permission is required to fish. The creek ranges in width but the majority is less than 20 feet and can be covered with a single cast by many fly anglers.
Hatches
The creek has abundant hatches that offer opportunities for dry fly fishing. Sulphur, blue winged olive and cahill mayflies hatch in abundance. Also look for tricos and caddis hatches throughout the season.
Time Frame
Spring Creek is a spring, summer and fall fishery. Winter in the area is very cold and the stream is closed for fishing. The creek typically opens in March but heavy snow pack and rains can delay the season. Fishing will continue to be productive through October.
Regulations
All anglers must have a current Pennsylvania fishing license on the creek. The creek is designated special trout waters and anglers are limited to single hooks and artificial flies and lures. as of 2010. As a wild trout fishery, catch and release is required.
Expert Insight
Spring Creek is top quality fishery because it is managed for catch and release. The creek does receive heavy fishing pressure and the fish are selective feeders. Be prepared with accurate imitations of all the possible hatches. Also make a stealthy approach to avoid spooking the fish.
Article Written By Zach Lazzari
Zach Lazzari is an outdoor writing specialist. He has experience in website writing as well as standard newspaper writing. He wrote an outdoor column for the Silver World in Lake City, Colo., and articles for Colorado-mountain-adventure.com. Lazzari is currently completing his bachelor's degree online through Arizona State University and lives in southwest Montana.
