first Saturday in April
According to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, opening day will always be the first Saturday in April every year moving forward. That marks a change from mid-April in years past. Mentored youth trout day will be held one week earlier on March 26, 2022.
When can I start fishing in PA?
| Species | Seasons | Minimum Size |
|---|---|---|
| All Species of Trout and Salmon Additional regulations map apply–see Trout Regulations One statewide opening day in 2021 | Regional Opening Day of Trout Season* April 3 at 8 a.m. through Sept. 6 (only 18 southeastern PA counties) | 7 inches |
| Regular Season April 3 at 8 a.m. through Sept. 6 | 7 inches |
When can I fish for trout in PA?
You can fish year-round for trout in Pennsylvania. There are over 50 waters within the Commonwealth that are classified as stocked trout waters open to year-round fishing. During the “extended season” on these waters, however, no trout may be taken.
How many trout are stocked in PA?
With nearly 16,000 miles (and counting) of wild trout streams, nearly 5,000 miles of stocked trout streams and over 125 stocked trout lakes, PA has something to offer every trout angler.
Is trout season open in PA?
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — Pennsylvania has a new statewide Opening Day of Trout Season, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission announced this week. Starting in 2022, the statewide trout season will open annually on the first Saturday in April.
How long is trout season in PA?
Trout and Salmon – Regular Season From 8 a.m. on the first Saturday in April (April 2, 2022), to midnight, Labor Day (September 5, 2022).
What is the opening day of trout season in Pennsylvania 2021?
April 3
For the 2021 trout season, the PFBC will operate under a consolidated statewide schedule for all counties. Under this revised plan, a single Statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day will occur on Saturday, March 27, and a single Statewide Opening Day of trout season will take place on Saturday, April 3.
Are trout in season?
Trout season is year -round fishing on the Sacramento River. We like to practice the catch and release method year- round, although April through November you are allowed to retain 2 hatchery trout per angler.
What can I fish for right now in PA?
You can fish for Bass, Pike, Walleye, Muskellunge, Catfish, Carp, etc. by boat or by foot on rivers such as the Allegheny, Delaware, Susquehanna, Juniata, and many others.
Are they still stocking trout in Pennsylvania?
In 2021, the PFBC will also continue to stock large numbers of golden Rainbow Trout. The trout will be stocked at a rate of 175 to 225 per mile of stream, which is comparable to the numbers of similarly sized fish in Pennsylvania’s best wild trout waters.
Are there trout in the Susquehanna River?
Known for amazing small mouth bass fishing, the Susquehanna River supports many other fish like catfish, rainbow trout, large mouth bass, American shad, perch, rock bass, bullheads and many others.
Can you fish on Sundays in PA?
Sunday is one of Pennsylvania’s designated fish-for-free days. Anyone can legally fish a stream, river or lake with no license required. Trout and salmon permits and Lake Erie Permits also are not required. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has locations on its website.
