Summary Book of PA Fishing Regulations & Laws
As the name implies, a summary of fishing regulations. This is the online version of the booklet
that is given to license buyers. In addition to regulations it contains fishing tips and
other useful information....GO!
Commonwealth Inland Waters -- seasons, sizes and creel limits
Chart that lists snapshot of regulations for most species of gamefish. Note there are separate charts
for Conowingo Reservoir, Delaware River, Delaware River Blue Crabs, Lake Erie/Presque
Isle Bay, Lake Erie Tributary Streams/Peninsular Waters and Pymatuning Reservoir. All charts
are contained within the Summary Book....GO!
Opening Days
In addition to listing season opening days, shows other significant dates and also how opening
days are determined....GO!
Trout Stream Listings
The Commission classifies trout streams in a number of ways, for instance wild vs. stocked. This
page defines those classifications and has links to the listings....GO!
Special Regulation Areas
Shows special regulation areas by county, regardless of regulation category....GO!
Special Activity Permits
Information about fishing tournaments and derbies, also used to request the use of Commission property....GO!
Species Approved for Propogation
Fish species that can be legally introduced into PA waters....GO!
Rulemakings
& Notices
New or proposed regulations and legislation. Public comments are welcome on proposed....GO!
Charter Boats & Fishing Guides
Fishing guides and charter boat operators must be permitted by the Commission to operate within
PA....GO! | 
