Northwest Region
Clarion County
Kahle Lake
Anglers continue catch nice Bluegills, Yellow Perch, and a few Largemouth Bass.
Beaver Creek Ponds Project
Anglers are taking some nice panfish and a few Largemouth Bass.
Upper Clarion River
Anglers are reporting that nice Walleye and Smallmouth Bass and some trout are being caught near the confluences of Cathers & Blyson Runs. All boats, including canoes & kayaks using the PFBC’s Gravel Lick Access Areas must be registered or have a launch permit to use this facility.
Piney Dam
Piney Dam continues to be in a drawdown state and is approximately 6’ below normal pool levels. Anglers are reporting channel cats, walleyes and some small mouth bass. All boats, including canoes & kayaks, using the PFBC’s Mill Creek Access Area must be registered or have a launch permit to use this facility.
Allegheny River
Anglers continue to report catching nice Walleyes and Smallmouth Bass near the Parker islands and at the mouth of the Clarion River. A few Muskies have been reported near the mouths of the Clarion River and Redbank Creek. All boats, including canoes & kayaks, using the PFBC’s Parker & Brady’s Bend Access Areas must be registered or have a launch permit to use these facilities.
Redbank Creek
Anglers are catching Walleyes near the dam in New Bethlehem and at the Confluence with the Allegheny River. Some trout are being reported above the dam in New Bethlehem.
Central Erie County
Lake Erie
Anglers are trolling for Steelhead along shore by the mouths of the creeks.
Eastern Steelhead Tributaries
Eastside Streams are low and clear for the most part and few fish are present.
Eastern Erie County
Lake Erie
The Steelhead run is off to a slow start. The streams are very clear and low. Most of the fish that are in the streams have been there for some time. They are spooky and have seen every lure twice now. The long term forecast shows rain, and that will help bring fresh fish into the streams. Make sure to read the summary book as to where you can fish and at what times of the day. Yellow Perch are being caught on Lake Erie in 70 feet of water using minnows. Lake Erie’s water temperature is around 62° F. For current Lake Erie conditions, call Northeast Marina at 814-725-8244.
Inland Waters
The inland waters are starting to cool but it is slow. The Northern Pike and Musky should be starting to feed heavily in waters such as Lake LeBoeuf and Lake Pleasant. Throw plugs and spoons for these fish. Howard Eaton Reservoir is very low and bank fishing is limited.
Warren County
Allegheny River
The best Walleye fishing will be in Warren County on the Allegheny River from Kinzua Dam Tailrace to the Starbrick access area. Fall season is upon us here in Warren County, the temperatures maybe dropping but the fishing is still going strong. Currently, the leaves are turning multiple colors. In the fall, it is a great time to be out on the river. Anglers still have time to get your boats in for some fall fishing. There are a lot of good sized Smallmouth Bass to be caught on the Allegheny River. Anglers are reporting that baitfish is still the best bait for Smallmouth Bass. The stocking of Rainbow Trout in the Allegheny River went well this year; the temperature of the river was 64 degrees Fahrenheit. Come opening day of trout season in 2017, the Allegheny River will have plenty of trout for the anglers. Between the Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Muskellunge and Smallmouth Bass; anglers will have plenty of fishing opportunities to choose from on the Allegheny River.
Northeastern Region
Fall trout stockings are in full swing throughout the region but some dates have recently changed. Please check the online stocking schedule for updates and changes to the stocking list, the stocking schedule can be found at: http://fbweb.pa.gov/stocking/TroutStockingDetails_GIS.aspx
Carbon County County
Fall season has arrived and there is still a good number of fishing opportunities available in the district. A number of anglers fishing the Pohopoco Creek downstream of Beltzville Lake have reported good success catching trout. Anglers are reminded that the Pohopoco Creek downstream from the outlet of Beltzville Lake is Class A Trout water. Class A trout waters are catch & release only for trout beginning the day after Labor Day through the opening day of the regular trout season the following year.
Although most streams in the district are flowing low, trout stocked waters such as the Aquashicola Creek, Buckwa Creek, Lizard Creek are still holding a good number of trout. Anglers fishing the Lehigh River near Parryville and the Bowmanstown area have reported catching some trout measuring 17 inches. Smallmouth Bass action was also good near the Parryville section of the river.
The water level at Beltzville Lake has been lowered in recent weeks. The boat launches are open, but boaters may find it difficult launching or retrieving their watercrafts. Boaters are reminded that since the lake level is low to be on the lookout for fish structures, rocks, logs, that may have been underwater in the past. A few anglers have reported doing well catching catfish during the evenings using chicken liver. Anglers were also observed catching Largemouth Bass measuring between 16 and 17 inches off the South shore of the lake across from the Pine Run boat launch. Boat anglers appeared to have better success catching striped bass in recent weeks.
Anglers fishing Mauch Chunk Lake have been doing well catching bass, but most are under the legal size of 15 inches. Mauch Chunk Lake is governed by the Big Bass Waters special regulations. Boat anglers have been doing well catching nice size bluegills and perch.
Northern Columbia and Luzerne Counties
Warm days and cool nights have set up wonderful conditions for trout anglers at Harveys Lake. Water temperatures are hovering near 59 degrees and fish have been cooperating. In addition to the recently stock browns in the lake the resident trophy browns are moving into shallower water. These larger browns are entering the spawning season and luck will be best had fishing spoons and spinners to elicit a strike. Sunfish and bass are still responding well to bait in area lakes and ponds as they stock up for the coming winter.
Area streams have also been dropping in temperature and this has helped the bite in these moving waters to come into its own. Fall is a great time for fishing the streams. The temperatures are comfortable, the crowds are thin and the view is spectacular.
And don’t put away those paddles just yet. This is the best time in Pennsylvania to canoe and kayak. Whether you are planning a run on a local river or stream or paddling a small state park lake the view couldn’t get better. Consider wearing that life jacket as water temperatures drop and be sure to wear it starting November 1st to comply with state regulations.
Monroe County
Colder night temperatures have turned the trout back on in the stocked trout waters. It appears that small metal spinners are triggering good reaction hits in the early morning and late afternoon.
Susquehanna County
Snapping turtles are hatching in Susquehanna County. Snapping turtles season is open until October 31. A fishing license is required to catch, take, kill, or possess snapping turtles.
Northcentral Region
Water levels are low across the region. The amount of rain predicted for the next few days will not significantly impact the water levels.
Although water conditions have been challenging, anglers are catching bass on rivers and lakes. Anglers are also catching trout in deep pools and near undercut banks.
Elk County
Laurel Run Reservoir
PFBC recently stocked 500 trout. Currently the lake is down 50ft. This has created a muddy shoreline, so bring your muck boots or waders to fish.
Cameron County/Northern Clinton County
Stream levels are low; however, anglers are catching trout in deep pools and around structure (e.g. tree roots; undercut banks etc).
Alvin R. Bush Dam
PFBC recently stocked trout. Anglers are catching trout using paste baits, worms and minnows.
Clinton County
Fishing Creek
Water levels are low and clear. The water temperature is holding in the upper 50s. Trout are rising in the early morning and late evening hours.
Anglers are catching trout using small nymphs (sizes 12-18) during the day (e.g. green weenie, pheasant tail, prince). A few anglers are catching trout on dry flies in the late evening hours (e.g. tan caddis (14-18); midge (22-26)). A few trout are also being caught using October caddis.
Early morning and late evening is a good time to try a small streamer (sizes 6-10) in the deeper pools.
Centre County
Poe Valley Lake
Anglers are catching Rainbow Trout using nymphs (e.g. green weenie) under an indicator.
Anglers are also catching Rainbow Trout using paste baits and worms.
Anglers, using dry flies (e.g. attractor patterns), are catching Brook Trout on nearby mountain streams.
Spring Creek
Water levels are low, clear and holding temperatures in the upper 50s. Anglers are catching trout using nymphs (e.g. green weenie, sow bugs, black zebra midge). A few anglers are catching trout using dry flies (e.g. midges, tan caddis, terrestrials).
Use stealth when approaching your favourite fishing areas. Take your time and cover all of the water in these areas to catch trout.
Southeastern Region
Some area Stocked Trout Waters are receiving or have already received their autumn supply of trout. Check the stocking calendar online for more details on our website at fishandboat.com Many streams are still low and clear with the lack of precipitation we have seen. Be stealthy when approaching fishing spots.
N. Bucks County
Lake Nockamixon
With summertime weather hanging on, there are still opportunities to get out on the lake and fish, boat and paddle while enjoying fall’s splendor. Large bass are hitting in deeper water on suspended crankbaits & jigs.
Lake Galena
Anglers are taking crappies on small jigs, twister tails and shiners.