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Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Black Moshannon State Park · Fishing

Black Moshannon Lake fishing

Largemouth bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Yellow perch, Pike

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Chapman State Park · Fishing

Chapman Lake fishing

Largemouth bass, Brown trout, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Sunfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Clear Creek State Park · Fishing

Clarion River and Clear Creek fishing

Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Cook Forest State Park · Fishing

Clarion River and Toms Run fishing

Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use the general river and stream fishing areas; the special stocked pond is restricted to children and eligible anglers with disabilities. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Colonel Denning State Park · Fishing

Doubling Gap Lake fishing

Freshwater gamefish and panfish; see the park fishing page

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Bendigo State Park · Fishing

East Branch Clarion River fishing

Freshwater gamefish and panfish; see the park fishing page

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Bald Eagle State Park · Fishing

Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir fishing

Smallmouth bass, Channel catfish, Crappie, Yellow perch, Tiger muskellunge, Muskellunge, Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Frances Slocum State Park · Fishing

Frances Slocum Lake fishing

Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Catfish, Bluegill, Crappie, Perch, Walleye, Muskellunge, Pickerel

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Prince Gallitzin State Park · Fishing

Glendale Lake fishing

Bluegill, Crappie, Perch, Walleye, Pike, Muskellunge, Pickerel

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Raymond B Winter State Park · Fishing

Halfway Lake and Rapid Run fishing

Brook trout

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Hillman State Park · Fishing

Hillman State Park ponds fishing

Largemouth bass, Sunfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Little Buffalo State Park · Fishing

Holman Lake fishing

Largemouth bass, Rainbow trout, Catfish, Tiger muskellunge, Muskellunge, Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Reeds Gap State Park · Fishing

Honey Creek fishing

Freshwater gamefish and panfish; see the park fishing page

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · French Creek State Park · Fishing

Hopewell and Scotts Run lakes fishing

Walleye, Northern pike, Muskellunge, Chain pickerel, Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Ole Bull State Park · Fishing

Kettle Creek and Ole Bull Run fishing

Rainbow trout, Brook trout, Brown trout

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

The restricted youth/disability area below the dam is excluded from this general entry. Do not fish at the dam or in the swimming area. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Kettle Creek State Park · Fishing

Kettle Creek Reservoir fishing

Bullhead, Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Lackawanna State Park · Fishing

Lackawanna Lake fishing

Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, Bullhead, Walleye, Muskellunge, Pickerel

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

This entry excludes Trostle Pond, which is restricted to anglers 12 and younger. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Moraine State Park · Fishing

Lake Arthur fishing

Largemouth bass, Hybrid striped bass, Striped bass, Channel catfish, Bluegill, Black crappie, Yellow perch, Walleye, Northern pike, Muskellunge

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Do not fish in marinas or within 100 feet of docks. Follow Lake Arthur special rules and boat horsepower restrictions. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Presque Isle State Park · Fishing

Lake Erie and Presque Isle Bay fishing

Steelhead, Perch, Walleye, Northern pike, Muskellunge, Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Lake Erie and tributary permits apply where required. Follow lake-specific seasons and rules and posted limits at piers and swimming areas. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Nescopeck State Park · Fishing

Lake Frances fishing

Brook trout, Brown trout, Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Ricketts Glen State Park · Fishing

Lake Jean fishing

Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Fishing is prohibited in the Glens Natural Area. Use lawful Lake Jean access. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Nockamixon State Park · Fishing

Lake Nockamixon fishing

Largemouth bass, Striped bass, Channel catfish, Walleye, Muskellunge, Pickerel, Carp, Panfish

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Big Bass regulations apply. Posted restrictions prohibit fishing around launch docks, bridges, the marina, boat rental and spillway sections. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Maurice K Goddard State Park · Fishing

Lake Wilhelm fishing

Largemouth bass, Catfish, Bluegill, Crappie, Perch, Sunfish, Walleye, Muskellunge

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Use designated park shores, piers or boat launches; avoid posted swimming areas and restricted docks. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

PA · Pine Grove Furnace State Park · Fishing

Laurel and Fuller lakes fishing

Rainbow trout, Perch, Pickerel

DCNR identifies fishing at this named state-park water. The park fishing page explains access and local restrictions.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

Pennsylvania fishing license where required; trout and Lake Erie permits where applicable. Boat registration or launch permits and posted park rules may also apply.

Ice fishing is allowed on Laurel Lake when conditions permit, but prohibited on Fuller Lake. Avoid designated swimming areas. Follow current PFBC seasons, special-water rules and creel limits.

Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

What “no lottery” means. It applies to the species and access described, not every hunt on that property. Seasons, licenses, check-in, closures and capacity still apply. Public access does not reserve an exclusive spot. Check the agency’s current rules before travel. Back40 does not sell public-land access.
How we build this database

We match named agency areas and maps with ordinary-license species rules and area-specific exceptions. Each record has a source-check date. Records requiring an access or species drawing, unresolved access, and reviews older than 90 days stay out of search. This is a trip-planning database, not a live availability feed.

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