TROUT TOWNS EP. 11 - Williamsport, PA

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

Man living in Williamsport, you forget just how much wealth was here. We have a road called Millionaires row which will prob get covered. But the logging boom put us on the map. Way way up Lycoming. Creek there is a graveyard on the side of the mountain, 15 min drive from the 1850s-1870s. Many of the deaths were infants. It was and still is so remote but I couldn’t imagine living there 160 years ago. Once again Loyalsock for the win. Glad you went well up stream. It’s def our pride and joy and Brownies and large and plentiful.

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

As a life long trout fishing enthusiast. We have 3 amazing streams within 20 miles. I’ve fished them all a lot and my recently deceased Uncle lived on Pine Creek. Probably the most famous with presidents fish there just s an example. I lived about 2 blocks from the LL Complex. It’s impressive. I now live in Duboistown which is part of the Williamsport zip Code and live right by the Susquehanna River. Little Trivia, the Susquehanna is one of the top 3-4 oldest rivers in tHE WORLD. We’, made some mistakes like stripping our mountains of all trees. We also allowed fracking which was surprisingly not that invasive and brought a lot economic benefits for a few years. There’s still here (gas companies) but it’s been slowed as of late. Of the3 Creeks we fish. I prefer the Loyalsock Creek first, then Pine Creek and finally the Lycoming. First Eagle I ever saw was in 1999-2000 while fishing in Camaal PA which is up Pine Creek. It flew 30 yds above my head in the dead center of the creek. That got me hooked and I bought a camera and started to become a birder. I’ve now seen hundreds of different Eagles, with teens of thousands of views. Even though Lyco in #3. It’s probably still a top 0 in the USA. Lycoming Country with Williamsport and surrounding communities we have incredible outdoor opportunities. Looking to camp? Def find camping on the a Loyalsock. While each creek is gorgeous and the terrains are decent but Loyalsock is amazing. Also you won’t see the stockies as much in Loyalsock. You’ll catch a ton of natives and huge brownies.

[@Bookworm214-y3d]

At the beginning when you said williamsport was known for its food i kinda had to scratch my head for a little bit 😂, i usually have to do the 1 hour drive to state college for great food. All in all fantastic video, i love my little town so much , coming from san francisco this place is a secret gem. Safe, happy, and quirky. I hope the word doesnt get out otherwise everyone would flock here

[@VinylWarrior24]

I live about 80 yards from Lycoming Creek in Cogan Station....those rainbow really have a lot of color in them....unlike the mostly silver ones at the dam at Pine Creek. Try Antes Creek from the mouth of the Susquhanna up to the culvert some time.....lots of big brookies in there.....the fishing hunting club owns the land further up stream so you can't go up further. Under the bridge on 220 at McElhatten Creek has brookies there as i owned the stream up down from there and used to see them all the time but they don't get that big. Rock Run up north around Ralston has a lot of trout. They will stock again in October and you can go online and it will tell you when and where and what they are putting in. Good luck as you can fish better than 90 per cent of the anglers around here!

[@VinylWarrior24]

Also they do have Brown trout in the river and years ago they were putting in fingerlings up around McElhatten in the river....don't know if they still do it.

[@VinylWarrior24]

They will stock Oct 10 and the do put brown and rainbow in.

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

NICE! Looks like you hit Rock Run? I can tell by the rocks and how the water carved them out so smoothly. If I’m wrong, it’s a must. It’s arguable the most beautiful stream in the State. And when the fish are biting it’s the best.

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

They only say they’re infertile to keep populations steady. The cleaned up Pine Creek about 25-30 years ago. And there’s been a group trying to turn Loyalsock into pristine waters and surroundings. Not like it’s litter ridden or creek is polluted but the group aims to maintain the pristine. One more note Loyalsock and Lycoming flood incredibly bad and quickly. Pine Creek will flood but very rarely. It rises slow but also drops slow while the other two can flood in an hour over the banks causing devastation. I lived for 1.5 years about 5 miles South of where you started. Prior I lived 5 miles from Creek and 25 miles to your spot. Little Bear again has so many natives. They do stock Loyalsock too. Little Bear has a handicap area which they stock.

[@rgvxt]

You've got to mend your line better than that, and then took many false casts. Great history lesson and fun spot to fish.

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

Sorry for blowing your page up. But take a Right across the Stream in Trout Run and it’s a 8-10 minute drive to Rose Valley Lake. Also excellent fishing but I prefer hiking thesreams. Brownies are so hard to bring in. Lost a 30 in her after fighting for 10-15 mins. How to judge stock vs non stock? Color is easiest but those small brownies were unlikely stocked by the state.

[@GWrex1skip]

I love your channel. You give history of the area. Awesome

[@NCTraveller]

As a North Carolina trout /fly fisherman, I was impressed with the extensive public/private hatchery programs of PA. I visited Williamsport last summer and fished nearby creeks from Lycoming all the way to Lockhaven and Big Pine. I explored Lycoming creek and creeks north of there, but it was mid-summer and already the creek had been hit pretty hard in addition to the drought conditions. My in-laws live in Mechanicsburg, PA. I always enjoy your videos.

[@TravelingTroutCo]

Thanks for the comment! I'm planning to do some NC videos in the next year or two. Bryson City, Cherokee, Waynesville, Blowing Rock, etc. If there are any other towns you know of, please let me know.

[@VinylWarrior24]

Try Rock run and early on Big Pine.

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

Did you start your Loyalsock at Sandy Bottom?

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

What time of year did you visit us? I think you said May but wasn’t sure what it was concerning.

[@greggnewby5016]

70 yr old bday coming. Avid FF and fan of show for long time. Born in valley forge, ff it as a youngster. Moved away 40 yrs ago. Heading home for reunion but have 3 open days to fish. Any recommendations for max fishing min driving except to from starting point? My age prefer wadung mid size streams w catch and release or wild. Realize your time is short so appreciate any assist. Pls keep vids up. Awesome. Mentioned to you years back, happy to pole you for refs off SC Charleston anytime. Regards

[@aidenlindsey9807]

I always look forward to trout towns!

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

So life’s long resident of South Williamsport and Williamsport area. Our claim to fame are hoagies and cheesesteaks. Hoagies were invented here. I actually have owned one for 20 years that’s been in business for 50 plus years. But Philly always talks about their cheesesteaks but Williamsport originated the idea.

[@claytongood1108]

Nice job sharing the history of Williamsport. Just an fyi a young of year trout is typically about 2inches.

[@chazbittner]

Williamsport native here - you did an awesome job highlighting the rich history of our town. Then, to watch you fly fish the streams I grew up on and still fish to this day was awesome. Awesome video, cheers!

[@anthonyfoulkrid908]

I will agree i live in troutrun did a great job even learned a couple things I didn't know watching this I'm gonna have to go fish some of the old spots again thank you great video

[@anthonyfoulkrid908]

If you ever are in willaimsport area again i have streams i fish for natives with abundance of beautiful gems wilds,natives great streams

[@VinylWarrior24]

Did you ever try the mouth of Antes Creek up to the culvert where the giant hole is? Lots of Brook Trout in there. They can't do anything if you pull the vehicle off the road and travel down the creek in waders.

[@anthonyfoulkrid908]

@VinylWarrior24 no I never did I'll have to give it a try thanks for the info

[@crickgangoutdoors1957]

My home waters! Grew up on Larry’s. Fish Lycoming often. Pine creek is right next door. The variety of small and large waters in the area make it a great place to be a fly fisherman!

[@BT1919]

Right outside of Williamsport here, and wow, well done!

[@geoffreymiller5422]

I’ll have to check the PFBC stocking list, but those could very well be PFBC stocked rainbow fingerlings. They throw me off on other streams they’re stocked on, because they do appear wild. As you mentioned, wild rainbows are a rarity in PA.

[@rustbeltwilds837]

Yeah wild bows are rare in pa. In sw pa close to my hone i know of 2 headwater streams that have them

[@deanvarner9308]

Good to see your fly fishing improving dramatically, great job filming too. Keep up the excellent work

[@TravelingTroutCo]

Thanks man, appreciate it!

[@ThomasWForeman]

Were you at the Turkey Hill in Southside taking pictures?

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

That's just the way it is!

[@brucecohen8970]

My reliable sources in PA Fish and Boat say that they will eventually phase out the stocking of browns in the future and go to all rainbows due to budget issues. They simply grow faster. Also, I just ordered a pair of snake gaiters from Amazon, to wear over my waders. Walking through heavy brush, especially in hot weather brings out these creatures, and you wouldn't want to get snake bit. They're only $25, pretty cheap insurance.

[@Trails_trout]

Nice man I like what your doing 🎉

[@charliesutphin3808]

Been watching ya for a while now, and just love your vids man 👍

[@TravelingTroutCo]

Thanks dude, appreciate it!

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

Next time you’re fishing in our area. If you want real natives hit the Loyalsock and stop at Bear Run. Prob 7-10 miles north on 87 from 180.

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

Oh and Lyco is def the hardest to fish just because it’s a lot of holes, not always easily accessible. While Loyalsock terrain is much rougher, it’s still easy to get to many spots. Also , I don’t believe the state stock brownies and only a few Brookies. However many private clubs stock their own. Including Palominos. Little Bear off the Loyalsock is one of the very small streams where the natives hang. I’d rather catch five 6-8” natives than 20 stockies. Man so many places I’d love to take you. Great video.

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

New sub too

[@curtisreiner459]

Great video man! Should do Ligonier or Confluence as your next trout town.

[@coreygreen6640]

lol, I’d pay to fish with you! Love it

[@TravelingTroutCo]

My best friends in the world hate fishing with me because I always longstride my way to the best holes before they can get there. But thanks dude.

[@anthonyr6269]

Longstride lol

[@wesleycarnes6450]

Hated this video. Ha. Lived in Williamsport for nearly 5 years and didn’t fish back then. Regrets. Great video. Keep it up.

[@pauls5671]

Great fishing videos, but don't send people fishing for trout in the heatwave, as most trout fisherman return the trout and it's an absolute death to the trout in the high temp, Best to stay in cooler small streams canopied by the forest. Lycoming creek anglers club just put out a warning of this on FB

[@anthonyr6269]

Shut up you liberal

[@chasselynch5733]

Thats rite take your ass out to bellfonte and get skunked leave our trouts alone😂

[@amberbobmarley8596]

Why are you tossing the fish when releasing them?

[@patrickwentz8413]

What is the name of the second creek you fished?

[@chasselynch5733]

Kool show i was born and live in south williamsport ,owner of trout Trout Trickery flys,hey ya only know what ya know about the port,lol there are soo many great places to throw line for stockers or wilds glad yalll didn't expose the best plsces i take my clients

[@vintageflyfisher]

Dude, STOP throwing fish on your release!

[@BT1919]

You make a good point. But, have you considered also complimenting him on an extremely well made video? He puts a ton of work into research, filming, editing, etc.

[@lttruck2973]

Public access = Streams are shot, overfished water. Video deceptive. Not showing the endless lines of anglers trying to make a cast.

[@kevinliddell5793]

How can I contact you?

[@TravelingTroutCo]

My KZbin email is [e-mail]

[@ApocalypseNowWithEli]

Man living in Williamsport, you forget just how much wealth was here. We have a road called Millionaires row which will prob get covered. But the logging boom put us on the map. Way way up Lycoming. Creek there is a graveyard on the side of the mountain, 15 min drive from the 1850s-1870s. Many of the deaths were infants. It was and still is so remote but I couldn’t imagine living there 160 years ago. Once again Loyalsock for the win. Glad you went well up stream. It’s def our pride and joy and Brownies and large and plentiful.