Willowemoc Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Willowemoc Creek |
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Willowemoc Creek just east of Livingston Manor, New York, looking upstream.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
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| River mouth | Beaver Kill Delaware County, New York, United States |
Willowemoc Creek is a stream that flows into the Beaver Kill. It's a very popular place for trout fishing. You can find it near the Catskill Park in Sullivan County, New York.
Where Willowemoc Creek Flows
The Willowemoc Creek is about 27 miles (43 km) long. It flows mostly west from an area north of the small town of Willowemoc. The creek passes through Livingston Manor. Then it reaches Roscoe, where it joins the Beaver Kill. This meeting point is called the Junction Pool. It is famous for trout fishing.
Many smaller streams flow into the Willowemoc Creek. These are called tributaries. They join the creek from both the north and the south. Some of these streams include Butternut Brook, Fir Brook, and Fall Brook. Other tributaries are Hunter Brook, Mongaup Creek, and Little Beaver Kill. Cattail Brook, Bascom Brook, Hazel Brook, and Stewart Brook also feed into the Willowemoc.
Fishing in Willowemoc Creek
Many parts of the Willowemoc Creek are open for public fishing. It is especially well-known for fly fishing. This type of fishing uses special lightweight lures called "flies." The creek is also very scenic, with beautiful views.
The Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum is located right on the Willowemoc Creek. It's near Livingston Manor. This museum teaches visitors all about the history of fly fishing in the Catskill Mountains.
Types of Trout
You can find different kinds of trout in the Willowemoc Creek.
- Brown Trout: These fish are added to the creek from the Catskill Mountain Fish Hatchery. A hatchery is a place where fish are raised.
- Brook Trout: These trout do very well in the upper parts of the stream.
- Rainbow Trout: These fish do not thrive as much in the Willowemoc Creek.
The lower part of the creek, between Livingston Manor and Roscoe, runs next to New York State Route 17. From this road, you can see amazing views of the Catskill Mountains. In this area, the Willowemoc Creek can be 40 to 100 feet wide. It also has many deep pools, some up to five feet deep. The trout fishing season usually starts on April 1st.
What's in a Name?
The name "Willowemoc" has been spelled in many different ways over time. Some old spellings include Weelewaughmack and Willikwernock. The name comes from the Lenape language. This was the language of a Native American group. Sometimes, fishermen simply call it "the Willow."
