Pennsylvania Fly Fishing Charters

8 Fishing Charters

Pennsylvania: 8 fishing charters available
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(5 reviews)
Warren
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $300
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Fairview
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $250
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(3 reviews)
West Springfield
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $250
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New Hope
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $675
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(9 reviews)
Fairview
Trips from US $300
Girard
Trips from US $500
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Tunkhannock
Trips from US $400
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(21 reviews)
Falls
Trips from US $325

Fly Fishing in Pennsylvania

With so many quality streams and creeks across the state, it’s hard to determine where the best fly fishing in Pennsylvania is. The Keystone State offers fishing year round and it’s one of the most popular destinations for hardcore fly fishermen.
 

Trout Fishing

If you’re interested in fly fishing, you probably already know the main target in Pennsylvania – Trout. The state is crowded with both stocked and wild Trout and you can find different types, from Lake Trout to Steelhead and Brown. One of the most visited fishing spots in the whole state is Yellow Breeches Creek, which is only a few miles away from Harrisburg.
 
Even when the summer is gone, the action doesn’t stop. You can target Trout in colder months by making a few adjustments. In fall, start your trip in the morning when the sun raises the water temperature by a few degrees – this can trigger a bite. The rain helps as well! It makes the water level a bit higher, which usually causes fish movement.
 
For winter fly fishing in Pennsylvania, you need to choose warmer days when Trout feed. Trout will stay in slower water to spend less energy. As they prey on food that goes downstream, you’ll find them in the “seams,” where slow water meets the faster current.
 

Bass Fishing

Landing a Bass on a fly rod is a challenge. Even though Bass is the most popular game fish in America, fly fishing is not the primary method to catch them. Smallmouth Bass prefer flowing water with a rocky bottom, while Largemouth Bass thrive in warm waters with aquatic weeds, soft bottoms, and static water.
 
As Lake Erie has a great population of Smallmouth Bass, it’s becoming a popular spot for fly fishing. In spring they move to shallow waters, but this is still deeper than what you would find in creeks. You’ll have the best chances of catching Smallies around underwater ledges, drop-offs, and any other areas where the depth suddenly changes.
 

Regulations

  • Pennsylvania is divided into six regions and each of them has its own Trout regulations. Once you decide where you want to fish, check when the Trout season opens. In general, the minimum size for Trout is 7 inches and you can never keep more than five fish.
  • When it comes to Bass, mid-April to mid-June is limited to catch and release only. Depending on the season, minimum size requirements change from 12 to 15 inches, and the maximum number of fish you can keep changes from four to six.
 
When you’re choosing your fishing guide, just double-check if your fly fishing equipment is provided. Whether you choose to target Trout or level-up by going after hard-fighting Bass, the topwater action in Pennsylvania simply cannot disappoint you.
 
Pennsylvania
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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What anglers said about Fly Fishing in Pennsylvania

Had a very nice day on the water with Captain Justin!! I will definitely book again and highly recommend Family Time Charters.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Had a very nice day on the water with Captain Justin!! I will definitely book again and highly recommend Family Time Charters.
Family Time Sportfishing
Family Time Sportfishing
Waves were 4-6 foot. If you get seasick take medication as directed. Listen to your captain, he knows whatโ€™s best.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Waves were 4-6 foot. If you get seasick take medication as directed. Listen to your captain, he knows whatโ€™s best.
Dog's Life Sport Fishing
Dog's Life Sport Fishing
Bring a cooler and drinks, if your out of state get a 1 day Tourist Fishing Licence. Walleye bite best in July but still plenty in August
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring a cooler and drinks, if your out of state get a 1 day Tourist Fishing Licence. Walleye bite best in July but still plenty in August
Relentless Pursuit Lake Erie Charters
Relentless Pursuit Lake Erie Charters
Capt Matt is awesome He took us out farther than any Capt would and put us on the fish in a hurry. We limited out by 0840 and back to shore by noon. Making plans for next year same week same Capt. Outstanding!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Capt Matt is awesome He took us out farther than any Capt would and put us on the fish in a hurry. We limited out by 0840 and back to shore by noon. Making plans for next year same week same Capt. Outstanding!
Dog's Life Sport Fishing
Dog's Life Sport Fishing
This was our first summer charter other than going out on the perch pirate. The bite was insane and fish were big! We hit our limit and had several 25-28 inch walleye.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This was our first summer charter other than going out on the perch pirate. The bite was insane and fish were big! We hit our limit and had several 25-28 inch walleye.
Lucky dog sports fishing
Lucky dog sports fishing
Jeremy is a great guide and very flexible based on what you, as the client want to do. He lives in the area and knows where the fish are. He is knowledgeable in all areas of hunting and fishing in the area. I learned a lot about hunting and fishing in the area.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Jeremy is a great guide and very flexible based on what you, as the client want to do. He lives in the area and knows where the fish are. He is knowledgeable in all areas of hunting and fishing in the area. I learned a lot about hunting and fishing in the area.
Susquehanna Rippin Lips Guide
Susquehanna Rippin Lips Guide
Was a little rough getting out onto the water. Take Dramamine Lots of water
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Was a little rough getting out onto the water. Take Dramamine Lots of water
Blue Monkey Charters โ€“ Walnut Creek
Blue Monkey Charters โ€“ Walnut Creek
Iโ€™m susceptible to getting seasick, so I took two โ€œless drowsyโ€ Dramamine. I also encouraged my two adult sons to do the same. We had no issues with getting seasick even though we rocked around on some waves because of a strong breeze. After we got back home though, we were very tired and slept through most of the rest of the day. If I were to do it again, Iโ€™d try either a single dose or maybe something else, like Bonine.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Iโ€™m susceptible to getting seasick, so I took two โ€œless drowsyโ€ Dramamine. I also encouraged my two adult sons to do the same. We had no issues with getting seasick even though we rocked around on some waves because of a strong breeze. After we got back home though, we were very tired and slept through most of the rest of the day. If I were to do it again, Iโ€™d try either a single dose or maybe something else, like Bonine.
Pacifictime Sportfishing
Pacifictime Sportfishing
Lake Erie can be rough and different every voyage so be prepared for the worst hope for the best and remember that bringing Fish home is the icing on the cake
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Lake Erie can be rough and different every voyage so be prepared for the worst hope for the best and remember that bringing Fish home is the icing on the cake
Ciao Charters
Ciao Charters
Smallmouth in late April and May would be ideal. Largemouth in the summer months.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Smallmouth in late April and May would be ideal. Largemouth in the summer months.
Bass Fishing Lake Erie
Bass Fishing Lake Erie
May is the slower month for walleye but we did get 14 keeper's if u r looking g for more wait till middle of June the walleye bite even better
Excellent
5.0 / 5
May is the slower month for walleye but we did get 14 keeper's if u r looking g for more wait till middle of June the walleye bite even better
Ditch Chicken Charters
Ditch Chicken Charters
Give it a try for sure if you like fishing. The river is easy to fish and the captain shares a ton of info on fishing, the river, the area. Lot of fun.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Give it a try for sure if you like fishing. The river is easy to fish and the captain shares a ton of info on fishing, the river, the area. Lot of fun.
Predator Getter Outdoors
Predator Getter Outdoors
Yes, this time of year, bed fishing is very easy for beginners. We had a person on our crew that was new, and the captain helped him out and got him some big bass
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes, this time of year, bed fishing is very easy for beginners. We had a person on our crew that was new, and the captain helped him out and got him some big bass
Bass Fishing Lake Erie
Bass Fishing Lake Erie
The weather is unpredictable, it could be showing great weather and can change in the blink of an eye. Prepare for that. Still a ton of fun
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The weather is unpredictable, it could be showing great weather and can change in the blink of an eye. Prepare for that. Still a ton of fun
Ciao Charters
Ciao Charters
In may id suggest bringing a lot of warm clothes if fishing at night like I did.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
In may id suggest bringing a lot of warm clothes if fishing at night like I did.
Predator Getter Outdoors
Predator Getter Outdoors
Be ready for a truly off shore experience! My first time on a Great Lake and was totally in awe of its massive size!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be ready for a truly off shore experience! My first time on a Great Lake and was totally in awe of its massive size!
Hammertime Sportfishing
Hammertime Sportfishing
Fall trip leads to monster flatheads, dress warm the weather can turn after dark
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fall trip leads to monster flatheads, dress warm the weather can turn after dark
Predator Getter Outdoors
Predator Getter Outdoors Houston, Texas
Make sure you check weather conditions. Can change quick and doesn't always match the forecast.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you check weather conditions. Can change quick and doesn't always match the forecast.
D.D. Rod Father Sportfishing
D.D. Rod Father Sportfishing Irwin, Pennsylvania
If you go out with Capt Todd your arms will be very sore the next day. Non stop fish on. Best day of fishing in my life.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you go out with Capt Todd your arms will be very sore the next day. Non stop fish on. Best day of fishing in my life.
Pacifictime Sportfishing
Pacifictime Sportfishing Dallas, PA
Be mindful of the wind as too much wind will cause you not to be able to fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be mindful of the wind as too much wind will cause you not to be able to fish.
Dog's Life Sport Fishing
Dog's Life Sport Fishing Amherst, VA

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