Big Bushkill Creek

Big Bushkill Creek is a tributary in the Pocono Mountains that flows through Pike and Monroe Counties from Pecks Pond to the Delaware River. The stream winds through forest areas and creates diverse habitats for multiple fish species and aquatic life.

The creek developed as a natural drainage system within the Pocono region and adapted over time to local geological conditions. Scientific study of its ecosystem intensified during the 20th century, providing ongoing data about water quality and aquatic populations.

The waterway forms an essential part of the Resica Falls Scout Reservation, where generations of scouts experience outdoor education and learn directly from the natural environment.

Visitors who fish need a Pennsylvania fishing license and trout permit for the creek, which holds brook, brown, and rainbow trout throughout its course. Access points are found along roads and marked trails that approach the stream, particularly in areas near the Scout Reservation.

The creek system receives water from thirteen named tributaries including Little Bush Kill, Sand Hill Creek, and Dancing Ridge Run, creating an expansive water network. These smaller feeder streams contribute significant flow during wet seasons and support the main creek's overall discharge.