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Spring Creek Fishing Guide

Pennsylvania

A State College limestone creek with high numbers of wild brown trout.

Trip at a Glance

Anglers come to Spring Creek for brown trout. The best months overall are Mar to May, Sep to Nov. In October, brown trout is in season, and Parachute Adams, Blue-Winged Olive and Pheasant Tail Nymph are a good place to start. There are 12 shops within 60 miles (3 fly, 9 bait and tackle); the closest is TCO Fly Shop in College Twp, 2 mi away. Check the live USGS flow and water temperature before you head out. Penns Creek is 21 mi away if you want to make a trip of it.

Best Months

Mar to May, Sep to Nov

In October

Brown Trout

Methods

Fly fishing

Season at a Glance

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What You'll Catch

Spring Creek Species

Brown Trout

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Best: Mar to May, Sep to Nov

Plan by Month

What to Use

Month

6 picks for October. ● means in season that month.

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Rod & Reel

Recommended Setups

Brown Trout

Fly 9 ft 5 or 6 wt rod, floating line for dries and nymphs, sink-tip with 0X to 2X for streamers.

Spin / Cast 6.5 to 7 ft light spinning rod, 2500 reel, 6 to 8 lb line. Jerkbaits and inline spinners.

Matched to These Species

Gear for Spring Creek

Fly Rods

Redington Classic Trout Fly Rod

A smooth, moderate-action rod that is forgiving for new casters and protects light tippet.

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Fly Rods

Orvis Clearwater Fly Rod Outfit

A complete rod, reel, and line outfit that covers most trout water and small-stream bass.

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Fly Reels

Redington Behemoth Fly Reel

A strong, sealed drag at a modest price, made in sizes from trout to saltwater.

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Fly Lines

RIO Gold Fly Line

A trout line that casts dries delicately and turns over nymph rigs.

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Fly Lines

Scientific Anglers Mastery Infinity Fly Line

A smooth-shooting, all-around freshwater line.

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Leaders & Tippet

RIO Fluorocarbon Tippet

Low-visibility tippet for nymphs and wary fish in clear water.

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Leaders & Tippet

RIO Tapered Trout Leaders

Nine foot tapered leaders in 3X to 6X for dries and nymphs.

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Waders & Boots

Simms Freestone Stockingfoot Waders

Durable, breathable waders that hold up to seasons of wading.

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Within 60 Miles

Shops Near Spring Creek

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