Does Broad Run hold wild trout?

Yes. The state classifies Broad Run as Class A Wild Trout, with brook trout reproducing naturally across 6.86 miles of stream. That classification means natural reproduction, not stocking. Source: PA Fish & Boat Commission (PASDA).

Is there public access on Broad Run?

About 79% of the classified section of Broad Run runs through public land, weighted across its sections. The remainder is private — access there requires landowner permission regardless of what the water is classified as.

Broad Run, Pennsylvania: Wild Brook Trout

Where Broad Run is measured

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1 USGS gauge on Broad Run — open one for its live readings on the USGS site. The other pins are places to stay, from Stay22.

State Trout Classification

Classification	Class A Wild Trout
Reproducing species	Brook Trout
Classified length	6.86 miles
On public land	79%
County	Franklin

Source: PA Fish & Boat Commission (PASDA).

USGS Gauges on Broad Run

Gauge	Station	Water temp?
01480638	Broad Run at Northbrook, PA	—

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Conditions: USGS NWIS (public domain). Classification: PA Fish & Boat Commission (PASDA).