Northwest Region
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Crawford County
Woodcock Creek Lake
The lake is now at summer pool. Trap net survey showed signs of fish left over after the draw down. There is a new kayak dock in place for the summer.
Woodcock Creek
Anglers are catching Muskellunge, Walleye, and panfish below the dam. A reminder to anglers, if you catch a fish and do not want it, please put it back alive or take it home with you and dispose of it properly.
French Creek
Reminder to boaters using the PFBC access to the creek, boats must be properly registered before using PFBC accesses. Also, be sure to have all required safety equipment on board prior to the start of your float.
Canadohta Lake
Anglers are catching Muskellunge, Walleye, and panfish. Water levels are low in the lake. Reminder to all boaters launching from the PFBC access, boats must possess the correct and current registration or launch permit.
Sugar Lake
Anglers are catching panfish, Chain Pickerel, Bowfin, and Largemouth Bass.
Tamarack Lake
The lake is open to hunters, boaters, and anglers. Remember to have all required safety equipment and proper registration if going out on a boat, canoe, or kayak. Anglers remember the lake is still listed as catch and release only. Anglers are catching Largemouth Bass and panfish from the docks.
Warren County
Allegheny Reservoir
Boating season is in full swing, so be sure to brush up on general boating regulations and make sure to have all the required safety equipment. Reminder that a Boater Safety Education Certificate is required to operate all PWCs.
Allegheny River
Anglers are catching large trout off boats and from the shore throughout the special regulation section of the rivers. Bass season is closed from April 17th through June 11th. Anglers are catching Walleye at the tailwaters in the early morning and late evenings. Canoes and kayaks should avoid stringing out across the river channel as it makes it difficult for jet boats to navigate the channel, due to their limited ability to maneuver in shallow water. Please be courteous and dispose of refuse properly.
Chapman Dam Reservoir
The fish population in the reservoir is still recovering from the drawdown, but anglers are still catching trout in good numbers. Be sure that all boats are properly registered and have all the required safety equipment.
Northeastern Region
The Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission provides many educational fishing, fly fishing, and kayaking programs throughout the year. Visit for a complete program listing.
Western Bradford and Sullivan County
Bass anglers on the North Branch of the Susquehanna River are getting excited as the spawn has just about wrapped up and topwater action is heating up. Remember any bass caught until June 12 need to be immediately released.
Southern Pike County and Northeast Monroe County
Anglers in have been having very good luck catching large pickerel and bass in some of the larger impoundments. Anglers need to be aware Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass are still out of season and there is no harvest on these species until June 12th. Visit fishinpa.com for more information on seasons, sizes, and creel limits.
Carbon County
Although most of the district’s trout streams have been receiving very little fishing pressure, there remains a good number of trout that have held over from previous trout stockings. The Aquashicola Creek, Pohopoco Creek (downstream from Beltzville Lake), Mauch Chunk Creek, and the Mahoning Creek have been popular choices by both fly and spin anglers to catch trout.
The Lehigh River has also been providing good trout, bass (catch & release) fishing opportunities in the vicinity of the Lehigh Gorge, and the East Penn Township section of the river.
Anglers have been reporting good success catching striped bass at Beltzville Lake near the Pine Run boat access during the evenings. Most Striped Bass have been caught using chicken liver and live bait. A few walleye have been taken in the area of the dam breast and near the power line area of the lake. Anglers have reported good success catching bass (catch & release) in the areas of Wild Creek bay and Pohopoco Creek bay.
Mauch Chunk Lake has been producing nice size perch measuring up to fourteen inches near the area of boat launch B. Chain pickerel have been providing good fishing action on different sections of the lake. Anglers are reminded that Mauch Chunk Lake is governed by Big Bass Program regulations. When in season and harvested, bass at Mauch Chunk Lake must meet the minimum size of fifteen inches.
The boating season is now fully underway at both Beltzville Lake and Mauch Chunk Lake. Boaters are reminded to make sure all of the necessary boating safety equipment; USCG Approved Wearable Personal Floatation Devices for each person, Fire Extinguisher (if required), Sound producing device is onboard their boat, and the boat is properly registered before venturing out onto the water. If you are unsure of the boating regulations, boating summary booklets are available at the Beltzville State Park Office and Mauch Chunk Lake Park Office. Motorboats and boats powered by an electric motor must display a proper motorboat registration. Unpowered boats such as canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, rowboats, etc. launching at Commission lakes or access areas (Mauch Chunk Lake) including PA State Parks launch or access areas (Beltzville Lake) must display either a Commission launch use permit or a PA State Parks launch permit or mooring permit. Remember, alcohol is not permitted at Beltzville Lake and Mauch Chunk Lake on both the water and shore areas. Laws pertaining to the possession and or use of alcoholic beverages are strictly enforced.
Pike County
Striper fishing is taking off at Lake Wallenpaupack with reports of anglers catching their limits at night typically using alewife just off the shoreline of Mangan Cove Boat Access and around Epply and Kipp Island. Walleye are also biting on Lake Wallenpaupack at night all over the lake and around Burns Island. Bass season reopens June 12th and they are being caught regularly at Lake Wallenpaupack and White Deer Lake. Sunfish, pickerel, bullhead catfish, and good size perch are being caught at Shohola Marsh Reservoir.
Northcentral Region
Clearfield County
West Branch of the Susquehanna River
This is the time of year that the West Branch really begins to come alive! The fishing is currently reported to be terrific on all varieties of lures and baits. Both fly anglers and spin anglers are reporting great success! Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Tiger Musky are a few of the species that one could expect to find with consistency while fishing the West Branch. A few exceptionally warm days over the past week could have the fish seeking deeper water and cooler temps. For the best success try the early morning and evening hours.
You will also find that the paddling opportunities are second to none. Several floats can be enjoyed on the section of the West Branch that flows through Clearfield County. Many boaters have been enjoying the views as they float from Curwensville into Clearfield and also from the PFBC Frenchville access to Karthaus.
Janesville Dam, Goss Run, Parker Lake, and Shagger’s Inn Pond
There are still plenty of Trout in the stocked lakes and ponds. These fish have become quite “buggy” and can be caught on the surface using all types of dry flies. Larger streamers and nymphs will work best before the water temps heat as the day goes on.
Curwensville Lake
Anglers are catching panfish and a few nice Crappie from the shore. White twister tails are currently the ticket. Angling pressure is still rather light, and the boating season is just kicking off here. Be mindful if traveling the river channel that enters on the South side of the lake. Shallow water, large woody debris, and other obstacles could be hazardous. Operate at a slower than normal speed if conditions do not allow a clear view of the water.
Centre County
Sayers Lake
Crappie fishing has slowed over the past week with the spawn coming to an end. Anglers are still reporting catches of Crappie in deeper water in areas around the causeway. Sunfish have also been reported from shore using small jigs or live bait under a float. Channel Catfish have been reported in the evening hours using nightcrawlers, chicken liver, and hotdogs as bait.
Black Moshannon Lake
Anglers have reported a slow bit over the past week with some Bass and Pickerel being reported on crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and live minnows under a float.
Spring Creek / Bald Eagle Creek
Anglers are reporting Trout being caught with small Sulphur flies, nymphs, and spinners.
Northumberland County
Susquehanna River
The Walleye and Bass have fishing is currently hit and miss in the Sunbury area with the water levels changing so frequently. Successful anglers are targeting fish using tubes, and minnows. Bass season opens statewide on June 12th.
