Little Schuylkill River

Like the main Schuylkill River,  the Little Schuylkill has made a major rebound from a severe mine drainage to a bonafide trout fishery with wild and stocked trout. So, thanks to dedicated naturalists, anglers, and regular citizens of Pennsylvania, the Little S has been restored to the trout-rich waters they once were.

French Creek

French Creek is a heavily stocked trout stream located in Southeastern Pennsylvania not far from the big city of Philadelphia. Fly Fishing near Philadelphia is well underappreciated. It starts from Lake Hopewell and flows over fourteen miles into the Schuylkill River.If you are in the area of Philadelphia, Fly fishing French Creek provides a great opportunity just outside the city for Fly Fishing near Philadelphia

Tulpehocken Creek

Affectionately know as “The Tully,” is a tailwater fishery. With conditions similar to a limestone fishery, the Tully can be a bit tricky, with high rewards to match! Hook yourself a large rainbow trout whilst escaping the noise of the city, relaxing on a kayak, and breathing the fresh air of the Tully right outside of Reading Pennsylvania!

Schuylkill River

The Schuylkill River has long been misunderstood as a fishery. In previous days, this waterway ran black with coal silt and developed a rough reputation. But, with the help of many organizations, it has made a miraculous comeback. Amongst Anglers, many of the old reservations about the Schuylkill has been lifted. So, Smallmouth & Catfish reign supreme in many of its stretches.

Due to the dedication of many partnerships and collaborations, the quality of the beautiful Schuylkill River is the best its been in over 20 years, allowing large, healthy fish to excell in their waters.

Little Lehigh

Heading Northwest now on our Fly Fishing Near Philadelphia exploration is the Little Lehigh. The Little Lehigh is a scenic creek perfect for excellent fly fishing trips for wild & stocked trout. Its conditions are perfect for producing wild fish, earning parts of the creek a “Class A Wild Trout Waters” distinction.

Hay Creek

Hay Creek is a trout stream with the added advantage of cold springs and tributaries, keeping the waters at the perfect temperature for the fish to thrive. It is stocked with enough brown trout and rainbows to keep everyone happy for a long day on the water!

We provide many lessons on this stream for children as it is not too big to wade. Casting Lessons on the stream side and lessons on the water provide us plenty of opportunity to infuse a lesson into a guided trip!

Manatawny Creek

Another beautiful river where you can escape the sounds of the city and be at peace with nature, the Manatawny is home to many varieties of trout. Stocked in early spring, but still populated by a number of wild browns.This stream has it all, beautiful waters, surrounding nature, and of course plenty of fish!

Ridley Creek

Another beautiful stream just outside of the Philadelphia area and a great option for Fly Fishing near Philadelphia. Ridley Creek is home to a large number of stocked trout. This stream offers nice stretches of Fly Fishing Only Catch & Release Sections, riffles, runs, & pools. Parking & Access is easy for Ridley Creek. So give us a call and book for this stream!

Southeastern Pa Fly Fishing has been underrecognized for some time now. As well as Fly Fishing near Philadelphia. So, book with Top Water Trips and help put Southeastern Pa Fly Fishing on the Map!