Hit the Water at These Top-Notch Fishing Spots in NEPA
Whether you’re hitting the creeks for elusive wild trout, wading in the river on a warm summer day in search of smallmouth bass, or hopping in the kayak to target largemouth bass in the shadows, NEPA has a fishing spot just for you. From state parks to thundering rivers and still, mountain lakes, enjoy year-round fishing throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania.
East Stroudsburg, PA
Target wild brown trout and sizeable stocked rainbows and brookies in this 21.9-mile tributary of the Delaware River rumored to be the birthplace of flyfishing in the U.S. Find plenty of access to the Brodhead at the ForEvergreen Nature Preserve in East Stroudsburg.
Wyoming, PA
Enjoy four seasons of fishing in this scenic, 165-acre lake located in Frances Slocum State Park in Wyoming. The warm water lake holds healthy populations of smallmouth and largemouth bass, walleye, muskie, panfish and stocked trout.
White Haven, PA
Head out to Hickory Run Lake located inside Hickory Run State Park in White Haven for a quiet day on this secluded, trout-stocked lake. Find access to Hickory Run Lake via the gravel road to Boulder Field.
Dickson City, PA
Hit this popular flyfishing river in Lackawanna County for monster, wild brown trout. Find access to the river along the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, the D&H Rail Trail and the O&W Trail. Check out our Lackawanna River Recreation Guide for more.
Drums, PA
Bring the little ones along to this easily-accessible, 9-acre lake located inside Nescopeck State Park in Drums. The lake features a walking trail, plenty of comfortable access along the shore and lots of stocked trout, bass and panfish.
Hazle Twp., PA
Get to this 26-acre lake located inside the peaceful Hazle Township Community Park in Hazle Twp. Fish for stocked trout, panfish, bass and more. Lake Irena also features walking trails and sitting areas along the shoreline.
Weatherly, PA
Battle fast-moving rapids and big trout in the mighty Lehigh River. Access the river throughout Lehigh Gorge State Park in Weatherly and Jim Thorpe or along stretches north of the Francis E. Walter Dam. The river also holds bass, pickerel, catfish and more.
Dingmans Ferry, PA
Look for sizeable largemouth bass, pickerel and panfish at this 315-acre glacial pond inside the Delaware State Forest in Dingmans Ferry. The largely secluded, shallow pond is perfectly-suited for kayak or canoe fishing.
Pittston, PA
From the New York border to the edge of NEPA in Bloomsburg, the Susquehanna River offers plenty of access for quality fishing. Known largely for its intense smallmouth bass fishing, the river also holds healthy populations of catfish, muskie, northern pike and more.
Barnesville, PA
Add this 96-acre lake located inside Tuscarora State Park to your list of top fishing spots. Enjoy four seasons of fishing for smallmouth and largemouth bass, catfish, pickerel and perch. The lake is also a popular spot for ice fishing in the late winter.
