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PENNSYLVANIA'S BEST FISHING WATERS

    • Best Fishing Waters Program Information
    • Fish Consumption Advisories

Important Note to Anglers — Many waters in Pennsylvania are on private property, the listing of waters by the Fish and Boat Commission does not guarantee public access. Always obtain permission to fish on private property.​

Best Fishing Waters - Bluegill and...
Best Fishing Waters - Bullhead Catfish
Best Fishing Waters - Channel Catfish
Best Fishing Waters - Common Carp
Best Fishing Waters - Crappie
Best Fishing Waters - Flathead Catfish
Best Fishing Waters - Largemouth and...
Best Fishing Waters - Muskellunge and...
Best Fishing Waters - Striped Bass
Best Fishing Waters - Trout-Stocked
Best Fishing Waters - Trout-Wild
Best Fishing Waters - Walleye
Best Fishing Waters - Yellow Perch

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