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Cherry Run

Cherry Run in central Pennsylvania is Gold Medal Class A wild trout water for brown and brook trout.

  • 12 miRiver length
  • 2Game fish
  • 3Access points
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About Cherry Run

Cherry Run is about 12 miles of small stream in central Pennsylvania. It carries Gold Medal, Class A wild trout and wilderness trout designations. It holds brown trout and brook trout.

Nearby waters include Cedar Run, Roaring Run and Big Poe Creek. Typical hatches include Quill Gordons, Hendricksons, March Browns and Sulphurs.

Check the current Pennsylvania regulations before you fish.

Fish you'll catch

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Hatching in November

What's on the water in the West Branch Susquehanna watershed this month, and the fly to match.

Blue-Winged Olive
Mayfly
#18-22, Sparkle Dun
44–58°F
Autumn Caddis
Caddis
#14, October Caddis
48–58°F
All 12 hatches this year
Little Black Stonefly
Stonefly
#18, Elk Hair Caddis
38–50°F
Blue-Winged Olive
Mayfly
#18-22, Sparkle Dun
44–58°F
Quill Gordon
Mayfly
#12-14, Quill Gordon
48–56°F
Grannom Caddis
Caddis
#14-16, Elk Hair Caddis
48–58°F
Hendrickson
Mayfly
#12-14, Comparadun
48–58°F
March Brown
Mayfly
#10-12, March Brown
52–62°F
Green Drake
Mayfly
#8-10, Green Drake Wulff
55–65°F
Light Cahill
Mayfly
#14, Light Cahill
58–70°F
Sulphur
Mayfly
#16-18, Parachute Sulphur
55–68°F
Trico
Mayfly
#22-26, Trico Spinner
60–72°F
Isonychia
Mayfly
#10-12, Slate Drake
58–68°F
Autumn Caddis
Caddis
#14, October Caddis
48–58°F

Light bars show the season and dark bars the peak. The ringed month is this month.

Tips for fishing Cherry Run

  • Wade quietly

    Wild trout spook easily.

  • Fish spring hatches

    Spring hatches are a highlight.

  • Use mapped access

    The FlyFishFinder app maps the access points on Cherry Run.

  • Check the rules for your section

    Regulations can change by section and by year. Read the current Pennsylvania rules before you rig up.

  • Bring the right gear for the water

    Pack polarized glasses, a wading staff if you wade, and a plan for getting back before dark.

Every access point on Cherry Run, in your pocket.

  • 3 mapped access points, with parking and put-ins
  • Today's Fishability score, so you fish the day that lines up
  • Bite forecast for the days ahead
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Cherry Run FAQ

When is the best time to fly fish Cherry Run?

Spring through fall.

Where can I fish Cherry Run in Pennsylvania?

Use the mapped access points. Cedar Run and Big Poe Creek are close.

Can you wade Cherry Run?

Yes.

What flies work on Cherry Run?

Hendrickson, March Brown and Sulphur patterns work, plus Pheasant Tail nymphs. For what is hatching and working today, check the FlyFishFinder app.

What fish are in Cherry Run?

Cherry Run holds Brown Trout and Brook Trout.

Are there special rules on Cherry Run?

Special regulations apply to some sections. Check the current Pennsylvania regulations.

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