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Falling Springs Branch Creek is a small, limestone creek
situated in South Central Pennsylvania. It is known for
its "Blizzard" Trico hatches
that attract anglers throughout the summer and early
fall. Wild rainbows and browns make up a good part of
the creek's trout population. Good-sized trout, over
14 inches, are caught here regularly.
The creek's source is located off of Falling Spring
Road (SR 2029). Here the stream emerges from a spring
and flows approximately four miles before entering
Conococheague Creek. From its source to Route I-81,
the creek is considered a wild trout habitat, and is
not stocked by the State. This is a great piece of
stream, flowing through meadows with flat, dry-fly
water broken up by occasional riffles and runs. A Heritage
Trout Angling section starts at the
Briar Lane Bridge downstream 2.4 miles to a wire fence,
crossing the Thomas L. Geisel property.
Below I-81, the stream is stocked by the State, and
also has a good population of holdover trout. This
area has a Delayed
Harvest Artificial Lures Only section
from the Walker Road downstream 1.1 miles to Fifth
Avenue.
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These
regulations enable a good percentage of the fish to holdover
making this a better fishery. Below I-81, the stream
has the characteristics of a limestone, spring creek.
It has flat, clear pools with scattered runs and riffles.
Trout can be found all the way down to Conococheague
Creek.
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Over
the years, Falling Springs Branch Creek has been the
focus of Trout Unlimited for restoration projects. The
stream is doing very well as a result of the improvements
made along its path.Any stream that demands the attention
of Trout Unlimited is noteworthy. Their efforts illustrate
the notoriety of this fine, limestone spring creek.
Hatches on Falling Springs Branch Creek are similar
to most other spring creeks in the area. Tricos, Sulphurs, and Olives make
up most of the stream's hatches. Terrestrials, Caddis,
Cress Bugs, and Nymphs also are important flies for
fishing here. Due to the clear, gentle flowing water
and wild trout, light, long leaders are sometimes necessary,
as on most limestone spring creeks. Falling Springs
Branch Creek is a quality, limestone spring creek.
It offers anglers the opportunity to catch large, wild
trout on light tackle. Falling Springs Branch Creek
is an excellent choice for anglers of all skill levels.
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