Northwest Region
Mercer County
Shenango Reservoir
Fishing is starting to pick up with the cooler temperatures. Water levels are even lower due to the reclamation of the construction debris that was left from the rebuilding of the RT 18 Causeway. For those of you waiting to get out on the ice, the mild temperatures are putting a stop to that. The fish that are normally caught through the ice are biting from the shoreline. With the drawdown, deeper water is easily obtainable from the shoreline. The few anglers that have been taking advantage of the fishing have been doing well.
Shenango River
The Shenango Outflow down to the Walnut Street Bridge was stocked with trout in early October. A reminder that this area is designated as a year round trout fishery, so a current trout/salmon stamp is required to fish that area regardless of species of fish that you are targeting or harvesting. Plenty of fishing opportunities are still available. The creel limit for trout this time of year is 3. Have a safe and happy holiday season.
Northeast Region
Warm temperatures and good stream flows have area trout streams in prime condition right now. This past weekend had anglers out on many local streams and the trout were hitting on both stocked and wild streams. This time of year stealth is needed to be successful though, make sure to wear earth toned clothes and avoid wading as much as possible. Light lines and longer casts will test your skill but practice makes perfect and you can find success with some patience.
Wyoming County
Anglers have taken advantage of recent unseasonably warm weather to fish in the county. Anglers have been primarily targeting the Susquehanna River. The river has been in great shape and anglers are doing well with walleye and Smallmouth Bass.
All Boaters are reminded that they are required to wear a Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD or life jacket) during the cold weather months from November 1st through April 30th while underway or at anchor on boats less than 16 feet in length or any canoe or kayak.
Northcentral Region
“REEL” good eating: Share this great Walleye recipe with your holiday guests!! (Baked Stuffed Walleye) http://fishandboat.com/anglerboater/1999/novdec99/ndkitchn.htm
Reminder: PFBC officers are honoring 2015 & 2016 licenses this month, but the end of the calendar year signals the end of the 2015 license year. As of January 2016, a 2016 (or beyond) fishing license will be required. Buy your 2016 fishing license today.
Tioga County
Pine Creek
Anglers are catching trout and Smallmouth Bass using small crankbaits and nightcrawlers.
Hamilton Lake
The lake is fishing well! Anglers are catching lots of trout and panfish. Rainbow and chartreuse doughbaits are working best for trout. Nightcrawlers and mealworms are working best for the panfish.
Hills Creek Lake
Anglers are catching lots of Yellow Perch. Most of the Yellow Perch are being caught just off the bottom in 10-14 feet of water. Waxworms are the bait of choice.
Tioga Lake (spillway)
Anglers are catching Walleye using soft plastic baits.
McKean County
More rain is predicted through Thursday; but it will turn to snow over the weekend with temps plummeting into the mid 30s!
Marilla Reservoir
PA Fish and Boat Commission recently stocked the reservoir with nice-sized trout! Fishing has been great! Anglers are catching trout using a variety of methods from paste baits to worms.
Cameron County
With recent rain events, waters are high throughout the County and water temperatures are dropping. There is a chance of snow predicted for this weekend with temps falling into the 30s.
Anglers are catching trout and bass across the County. They are fishing big baits just off the bottom of streams/lakes. Spinners, streamers and/or minnows are working best!
Centre County
Water levels are great for fishing. More rain is expected over the next day or two, but shouldn’t impact stream levels too much. Temperatures are expected to drop into the 30s this weekend, so dig out your winter gear!
Foster Joseph Sayers Lake
Anglers are catching Yellow Perch and other panfish using waxworms and nightcrawlers.
Spring Creek
Water temps currently in upper 40s, but that may change with colder temperatures predicted for this weekend.
Anglers are catching trout using pheasant tails, olive bird of prey caddis, and olive or black streamers. Anglers are also catching trout using size FO=05 rapalas with a black back and yellow belly.
Late morning and mid-afternoon hours are best.
Penns Creek
Anglers are catching trout using olive streamers and size 6 tungsten bead golden stoneflies. Beadhead green weenies are also working well. For deeper pockets, don’t be afraid to add a little weight. The trout seem to be holding tight to the bottom of the stream.
Late morning and mid-afternoon hours are best.
Clinton County
Fishing Creek
Water levels are prime at the moment. More rain is predicted over the next day or two, so the water might rise and become cloudy. Water temps are currently in the 40s, but that may change as the colder weather moves in this weekend.
Anglers are catching trout using egg patterns, beadhead green weenies, and pheasant tails. Olive or black streamers are also working well.
Late morning and mid-afternoon hours are best.
Southeastern Region
All Boaters are reminded that they are required to wear a Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD or life jacket) during the cold weather months from November 1st through April 30th while underway or at anchor on boats less than 16 feet in length or any canoe or kayak.
Unseasonably warm temperatures have kept local streams and lakes fishing well. Make sure to get out and enjoy the weather! The week will continue to be warm but a temperature drop is being forecasted after the weekend. This may be the last ‘warm’ weather we have until next year so don’t miss this opportunity to catch fish while not having to wear a winter jacket.
Looking to catch some trout? All fall and winter stockings are complete so make sure to check out our listings to see which local streams and lakes will provide a great day out! Please visit: http://fbweb.pa.gov/stocking/TroutStockingDetails_GIS.aspx