Little Juniata River
The Little Juniata River near Tyrone, Pennsylvania is a wild brown trout stream with limestone water, big fish and famous spring hatches.
- 42 miRiver length
- 3Game fish
- 37Access points
In the FlyFishFinder appAbout the Little Juniata
The Little Juniata runs about 42 miles through Blair and Huntingdon counties in central Pennsylvania. Cold limestone streams feed it, so the water stays clean and productive. It is one of the better known river systems in the state and is classified as a Class A Wild Trout Stream.
Brown trout, rainbow trout and brook trout live here. Wild browns are the draw and fish over 20 inches show up. The river is moderately sized and fishes best with careful wading and quiet approaches.
Spring is the season most anglers point to. Little black stoneflies, blue-winged olives, Quill Gordons, Hendricksons, March Browns, Sulphurs and Green Drakes make up the classic eastern calendar. The river around Tyrone is easy to reach on paved roads. Below Spruce Creek, access is mostly on foot.
Part of the river near Spruce Creek is posted against trespassing, so check access before you go. Special regulations apply in some sections. Check the current Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission rules.
Little Juniata River at Spruce Creek, PA
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Nearby gages
- Bald Eagle Creek at Tyrone, PA5.1 mi away 20 cfs Normal 0.44 ft USGS 01557500
- Frankstown Br Juniata River at Williamsburg, PA10.3 mi away 116 cfs Normal 2.65 ft USGS 01556000
- Juniata River at Huntingdon, PA14.3 mi away 370 cfs Normal 1.56 ft USGS 01559000
- Juniata River at Mapleton Depot, PA21.8 mi away 744 cfs Normal 2.71 ft USGS 01563500
- Spring Creek at Houserville, PA26.4 mi away 35 cfs Normal 2.93 ft USGS 01546400
- Trout Run at Portage, PA27.8 mi away Not reporting USGS 03040050
- WB Susquehanna River near Curwensville, PA28.5 mi away 126 cfs Below normal 2.48 ft USGS 01541200
- Aughwick Creek near Shirleysburg, PA29.0 mi away 45 cfs Normal 2.88 ft USGS 01564512
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Tips for fishing the Little Juniata
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Start near Tyrone
Paved roads follow the river there and parking is easy. It is the simplest place to learn the water.
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Respect posted water
Parts of the river near Spruce Creek are private and posted. Stay out of any section that is closed.
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Walk for solitude
Below Spruce Creek the access is on foot. The walk gets you away from the crowds.
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Be quiet in the water
These fish are wild and have seen a lot of flies. Slow, careful wading makes a difference.
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Use the app map
The FlyFishFinder app maps public access points on the Little Juniata so you can find legal parking and entry.
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- 37 mapped access points, with parking and put-ins
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Little Juniata River FAQ
When is the best time to fish the Little Juniata River?
Spring is the best known season, with the classic mayfly and stonefly hatches.
Where can I fish the Little Juniata near Tyrone?
The river near Tyrone is easy to reach on paved roads. Farther downstream toward Barree access is on foot.
Can you wade the Little Juniata River?
Yes. The river is moderate in size and wadeable in many places, but stay out of posted water.
What flies work on the Little Juniata?
Stoneflies, Pheasant Tails and classic mayfly patterns are staples. The FlyFishFinder app shows what is hatching and working today.
What fish are in the Little Juniata River?
Brown trout, rainbow trout and brook trout.
Are there special rules on the Little Juniata River?
Some sections have special regulations. Check the current Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission rules for the exact section.
