Northwest Region
Erie County
Lake Erie
Anglers are catching Walleye anywhere from 50 to 70 foot of water across the entire lake. Worm harnesses and lures are both doing well. Anglers are catching Yellow Perch in some small schools off Elk Creek, Gull Point, and Shades Beach.
Steelhead Tributaries
Anglers are reporting a few Steelhead coming in after dark and leaving before sunrise. Waters still a little on the warm side and the creeks are low.
Mercer County
Shenango Reservoir
Anglers are catching White Bass and Hybrid Striped Bass around the reservoir. Anglers are catching panfish around the reservoir as well.
Venango County
Allegheny River
Anglers are catching Smallmouth Bass using spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, and several varieties of soft plastics. Anglers are catching Channel Catfish and Northern Pike throughout the Venango County stretch.
French Creek
Anglers are catching Walleye on top-water lures as well as Smallmouth Bass and the occasional Rock Bass.
Oil Creek
The lower Delayed Harvest Artificial Lures/Keystone Select section will receive its fall stocking on Tuesday 10/02/2018. Meet at the Rynd Farm Train Station at 9:30 AM
Northcentral Region
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Many of the streams and rivers are high and off color across the region, due to recent rain events; however, a few anglers are having luck on small, mountain streams.
Tioga County
Heavy rains have closed the three Army Corps of Engineers lakes at this time. If you have questions about water levels contact the USACE directly before making a trip to the lakes (570-835-5281).
Anglers are fishing smaller streams with some luck on various nymph patterns, streamer patterns and spinners.
Centre County
Foster Joseph Sayers Lake
Due to recent rain events and area flooding, most areas of Bald Eagle State Park are closed and will remain closed for several days, until the water recedes. Areas affected include the Main Park Road, the Sycamore Loop in the Modern Campground, the Marina and all of the boat launches. The Bald Eagle Nature Inn is currently inaccessible as well.
Contact the main park office for updates on water conditions.
Spring Creek
Spring Creek is high and off color. Water temperatures are in the high 50’s, low 60’s.
Anglers are catching trout using olive or black streamers (#6-10) along the banks. Anglers are also catching trout using worm patterns.
Northeastern Region
Carbon County
Pohopoco Creek
Current fishing activity has been very light to no activity occurring on most of the stocked trout waters in the district. Anglers have been reported good success catching trout on the Pohopoco Creek downstream of Beltzville Lake. Anglers are reminded that the Pohopoco Creek is designated as both a Class A Wild Trout Stream and Stocked Trout Water; from the outlet of Beltzville Lake downstream to the cable across the stream at the Hideaway Hunting & Fishing Club. The extended trout season for this section of stream is a No – Harvest – Catch and Immediate Release Only. Anglers are also reminded that all other Stocked Trout Waters not governed by Special Regulations and all waters downstream of Stock Trout Waters during the extended trout season the daily limit is 3 (combined species). Anglers are encouraged to consult the PA Fishing Summary for further information.
Beltzville Lake
Boat anglers fishing Beltzville Lake have been reporting catching nice size Smallmouth Bass in recent weeks. Walleye action was good during the weekend near the Preachers Camp boat launch. Striped Bass action continues to best during the early morning or evening hours. Perch action has been good near the powerline area of the lake.
Mauch Chunk Lake
Anglers fishing Mauch Chunk Lake still continue to have good success catching bass. However, most bass are less than the minimum size of fifteen inches. Mauch Chunk Lake is governed by the Big Bass Program Special Regulations. Pickerel action was good fishing from the fishing pier at boat launch A.
Lehigh River
Fishing action has been slower on the Lehigh River in recent weeks due to the river flowing higher than normal.
Southeastern Region
Berks County
Blue Marsh Lake
Blue Marsh Lake shore fishing anglers have been enjoying the numerous lake water level drawdowns (proactive flood control due to the abnormal rainfall events). These drawdowns are offering access to spots usually only accessible during the winter drawdown. Boaters have not been so lucky this year with the weather and varying water levels.
Tulpehocken Creek
Anyone paddling the Tulpehocken Creek (starting below the outflow of the dam) should take cautions due to numerous trees in the water that have created hazards; especially near Reber’s Bridge, where a large tree has fallen and prevented safe passage on all but the left side of the creek.
Schuylkill River
Epler’s Access on the Schuylkill River has been closed for repairs to the access road at the entrance. The road has collapsed and washed out a large portion of the roadway, leading to unsafe conditions. Numerous signs have been posted and barriers erected. Stay tuned to PFBC’s website for future updates.
E. Berks/N. Montgomery Counties
Schuylkill River
Anglers on the Schuylkill River are landing large Flathead Catfish this time of year. Bluegill seems to be the preferred bait, but fish are being landed on all sorts of baits from night crawlers to chicken livers. With the weather getting cooler in the evenings it’s a great time of year to get out at night and enjoy some great catfish action. Just downstream of the Black Rock Dam is a great place to fish from the shore. Montgomery County Parks maintain the Canal Park on the Mont Clare side of the River. This park offers ample parking and is open all evening to anglers. All Montgomery Park rules apply at this location a sign board is in place listing all the local rules, which include No Open Fires & No Alcohol on Park Property.
Lehigh County
Leaser Lake
Mid to late evening anglers have been successfully catching Brown Bullheads and Channel Catfish at Leaser Lake. Anglers have been targeting the South and West Launch Coves with chicken liver and nightcrawlers for successful trips.