Pohopoco Creek
Pohopoco Creek below Beltzville Lake Dam in Lehighton, Pennsylvania is a cold tailwater with brown and rainbow trout.
- 37 miRiver length
- May–SepBest season
- 2Game fish
- 27Access points
In the FlyFishFinder appAbout Pohopoco Creek
Pohopoco Creek runs below the Beltzville Lake Dam in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. Many locals call it the Po. It is a small, tree lined tailwater that stays cool through summer.
Bottom release water keeps the creek cold when other streams in the Lehigh Valley warm up. That makes it a good summer choice. It holds brown trout and rainbow trout, and the creek is stocked in places.
The canopy is tight, so roll casts and short casts are the game. Wading is moderate. Access is limited in spots and not every landowner allows it, so respect posted signs.
The creek flows into the Lehigh River near Lehighton. Hell Creek and Aquashicola Creek are nearby options. Check the current Pennsylvania regulations before you fish.
Pohopoco Creek at Kresgeville, PA
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Nearby gages
- Aquashicola Creek at Palmerton, PA6.8 mi away Not reporting USGS 01450500
- Lehigh River at Lehighton, PA9.8 mi away Not reporting USGS 01449000
- Lehigh River at Walnutport, PA10.1 mi away Not reporting USGS 01451000
- Tunkhannock Creek near Long Pond, PA11.9 mi away Not reporting USGS 01447680
- Pocono Creek above Wigwam Run near Stroudsburg, PA16.2 mi away Not reporting USGS 01441495
- Lehigh River at Stoddartsville, PA17.0 mi away Not reporting USGS 01447500
- Bushkill Creek above Rt 33 bridge at Tatamy, PA17.4 mi away Not reporting USGS 01446775
- Bushkill Creek below SR2017 bridge at Tatamy, PA17.6 mi away Not reporting USGS 01446776
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Tips for fishing Pohopoco Creek
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Learn the roll cast
Overhanging trees make long casts hard. A short roll cast gets the fly out.
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Fish it in summer
The cold release water makes it a fine choice when other creeks run warm.
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Respect landowners
Not all land is open. Use public access and read the signs.
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Check the rules for your section
Regulations can change by section and by year. Read the current Pennsylvania rules before you rig up.
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Bring the right gear for the water
Pack polarized glasses, a wading staff if you wade, and a plan for getting back before dark.
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Pohopoco Creek FAQ
When is the best time to fly fish Pohopoco Creek?
Summer is a favorite since the dam keeps the water cold. Midges work year round.
Where can I fish Pohopoco Creek in Pennsylvania?
Fish below Beltzville Lake Dam and work downstream toward Lehighton. Access is easiest from the Lehighton exit area.
Can you wade Pohopoco Creek?
Yes. Wading is moderate, but the tight canopy makes casting tricky.
What flies work on Pohopoco Creek?
Blue-Winged Olives, Elk Hair Caddis, Pheasant Tail and Zebra Midge are common. Streamers like the Woolly Bugger help for bigger fish. For what is hatching and working today, check the FlyFishFinder app.
What fish are in Pohopoco Creek?
Pohopoco Creek holds Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout.
Are there special rules on Pohopoco Creek?
Parts of the creek are stocked and other parts are wild trout water. Check the current Pennsylvania regulations for your section.
