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American eel

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Rainbow trout

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River chub

8 in · 5 oz

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General info

Falling Branch is a stream located in Harford County, Maryland, United States. It is also intersecting with York County, Pennsylvania. It is most popular for fishing Rainbow trout, American eel, and River chub.

Location

39°42′6.8″N 76°25′54.9″W
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Fishing regulations at Falling Branch, MD

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Maryland can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Rainbow trout

Rainbow trout

Regulation boundaryMaryland State Waters
Bag limit2

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit2

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Restrictions & requirements

Keep-Whole

Must remain in whole condition until landed ashore - head and tail must be intact.

MD Ice Fishing

Ice Fishing in Nontidal Waters.A person may fish through the ice in any nontidal waters of the State during the lawful open season if an angler's license first is obtained.A person may not cut a hole through the ice for the purpose of ice fishing that measures more than 10 inches across in any direction.It will be lawful for any person who is ice fishing to use up to five tip ups or rods (hand held devices) when ice fishing.All tip ups and rods used by a person engaged in ice fishing shall be under the immediate control of the person.

Required licenses
A person may not catch, attempt to catch or possess trout without first obtaining a trout stamp.
Additional information
Basic Statewide Trout Fishing regulations are shown, which are in effect for trout fishing in all Maryland non-tidal waters. No size limit.No closed season. Fishing hours — from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.Possession limit = 4 trout (all trout species in aggregate). Exceptions: For site-specific trout regulations, please see Maryland Trout Regulations. Culling of Trout: An individual may not cull trout. Cull = exchange or discard a trout in order to possess another trout.A trout that is not immediately released becomes part of the daily creel limit and may not be returned to the water.A trout is part of the daily creel and possession limit if it cannot freely swim away from a person.
Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Season open: January 1 - August 31
American eel

American eel

Regulation boundaryMaryland State Waters
Bag limit25

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size9" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
Chesapeake Bay Open seasons: Jan. 1–Aug. 31, except open year round for spears and baited traps or pots
Edibility
May contain elevated mercury levels.
Synonyms
Anguilla rostrata
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FAQ about Falling Branch fishing

📍 Where is the Falling Branch located?
the Falling Branch is a stream located in Harford County, Maryland, United States. It is also intersecting with York County, Pennsylvania. Its coordinates are:
39°42′6.8″N 76°25′54.9″W
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🎣 Where on the Falling Branch is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Falling Branch by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Falling Branch?
The most common species in the Falling Branch are:
📢 What are the latest Falling Branch fishing reports?
The latest Falling Branch fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Falling Branch right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Falling Branch, some of the species in season this November include: Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Blacktip shark, Black sea bass, and Bull shark. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Falling Branch?

Fishing in Maryland requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident, non-resident, daily, and annual licenses, purchasable online or at authorized vendors.

In Maryland, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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