Potato Creek
Allegheny Region Tactical Dashboard
Access: Good
The main artery of McKean County, flowing through Smethport.
Creek
Inland Waters
PFBC Stocked
N/A
3' / 8'
Tactical Profile
Primary Habitat: Broad freestone with moderate gradient
Target Species: Brown Trout Smallmouth Bass
Full Species List: Brown Trout, Smallmouth Bass, White Sucker, Crayfish, Hellgrammites
Best Strategy: Fish the deeper holes near the mouth of Marvin Creek.
Recommended Baits: Spinners, Salted Minnows
Launch & Access Points
No formal boat launches recorded. Check shore access points.
2026 Season Outlook
| Species | PA (PFBC) | NY (DEC) |
|---|---|---|
| Trout | Apr 4 | Apr 1 |
| Walleye | May 2 | May 1 |
| Bass | Jun 13 | Jun 15 |
| Northern Pike | Jan 1 | May 1 |
| Muskellunge | Jan 1 | Jun 1 |
| Yellow Perch | Jan 1 | Jan 1 |
| Catfish | Jan 1 | Jan 1 |