Chester Creek
- Saltwater
- Tidal creek
Chester Creek
- Saltwater
- Tidal creek
- Sq. miles
- 0
- Boat Ramps
- 0
- Access Points
- 0
- Species
- 7
Chester Creek is a tidal stream flowing through Delaware and Chester Counties in southeastern Pennsylvania, ultimately joining the Delaware River Estuary. Its character is defined by its tidal nature, with saltwater influence extending upstream to Kerlin Street in the city of Chester. The watershed features a mix of developed areas and protected lands, including significant portions owned by the Glen Mills School. The creek supports a diverse fishery that transitions from freshwater species in its upper reaches to estuarine species influenced by the tides, making it a unique and accessible urban fishery near Philadelphia.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Chester Creek and what's needed to catch them.
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Chester Creek. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Chester Creek
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Pennsylvania licenses and regulations
Pennsylvania Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Pennsylvania Fishing License
A current license, signed in ink, is required of persons age 16 and over to fish or angle for any species of fish and to take fish bait, baitfish, and species of amphibians and reptiles from Commonwealth waters by those legal methods described in the Pennsylvania Summary of Fishing Regulations and Laws (Summary Book).
Pennsylvania Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Pennsylvania Stream Access Laws
The public has the right to fish in any navigable waterway, which is determined by the practical uses of the water. If a stream is determined navigable, the streambed is considered state owned, thus allowing wading, portage, and fishing. If the stream bed is non-navigable, floating is permitted, but fishing is exclusive to the landowner.
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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)
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