Pennsylvania Fly Fishing Reports
River Reports - Click a river below
Allegheny River – Kizuna Dam
Allegheny River – Warren
Brandy Run – Erie
Clarion River – Johnsonburg
Driftwood Branch – Sterling Run
First Fork Sinnemahoning Creek – Wharton
Fishing Creek – Bloomsburg
Juniata River – Huntingdon
Kettle Creek – Cross Fork
La Juniata River – Spruce Creek
Lackawanna River – Archbald
Laurel Hill Creek – Ursina
Oil Creek – Rouseville
Penn’s Creek – Penns Creek
Pine Creek – Waterville
Schuylkill River – Reading
Slippery Rock Creek – Wurtemburg
Spring Creek – Axemann
Spring Creek – Milesburg
Susquehanna River – Harrisburg
Tionesta Creek – Lynch
Tulpehocken Creek – Blue Marsh
Valley Creek – Valley Forge
Walnut Creek – Erie
Yellow Breeches Creek – Camp Hill
Youghiogheny River – Below Confluence
State overview
Pennsylvania is one of the best states for fly fishing, offering diverse opportunities in its many rivers, streams, and creeks. The state is home to some of the most famous trout waters, including Penns Creek, Yellow Breeches, and the Letort Spring Run. Anglers can enjoy fishing for wild brown trout, brook trout (the state fish), and stocked rainbow trout. With over 85,000 miles of streams and rivers, Pennsylvania offers year-round fishing, particularly during the spring and fall when the trout are most active. Its scenic landscapes and rich fishing history make Pennsylvania a must-visit destination for any fly fishing enthusiast.
Fishing Regulations
In Pennsylvania, anglers aged 16 or older are required to have a valid fishing license. For trout fishing, an additional trout permit is needed. The general trout season opens in April and runs until mid-October, with catch limits of five trout per day, though some waters are catch-and-release only. Special regulations apply in areas such as ‘Delayed Harvest’ and ‘Trophy Trout’ waters, where restrictions on bait and creel limits are enforced to protect fish populations.
Popular waters like the Delaware River may have boundary-specific rules. For example, Pennsylvania and New Jersey licenses are valid on the Delaware River when fishing from a boat or either shore. Always check for the latest updates and zone-specific regulations.
More details are available from the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission.
Conservation Efforts
Pennsylvania is home to numerous conservation initiatives focused on protecting and restoring its waters and fish populations. Organizations like Trout Unlimited Pennsylvania lead projects aimed at improving trout habitat, such as stream restoration and sediment reduction efforts in key rivers and creeks. Local chapters, like the Adams County Chapter of Trout Unlimited, are heavily involved in stream improvement projects and youth education programs like the ‘Trout in the Classroom’ initiative, which promotes awareness of conservation efforts among young anglers.
Additionally, the state actively monitors and protects its Class A Wild Trout Streams, ensuring the sustainability of these vital habitats. These efforts help preserve wild fish populations and promote responsible fishing practices.