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Fishing in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has over 86,000 miles of streams and rivers in addition to a large number of inland lakes that are ideal for fishing. Purchase your fishing license today.

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Fishing Articles
Family fishing from boat
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4 Tips for Planning Family Fishing Trips in August
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Essential Tips for Surf Fishing Across the Southeast
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4 Tips for Finding the Best Spots When Fishing with Kids
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7 Spring Freshwater Fishing Gear Basics for Beginners
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COMMON CATCHES IN PennsyIvania
Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass

Black Bullhead

Black Bullhead

Muskellunge

Muskellunge

Channel Catfish

Channel Catfish

PENNSYLVANIA FISHING TIPS AND INFORMATION
FISHING LAKES AND PONDS
FISHING LAKES AND PONDS

Learn the importance of structures for the best freshwater fishing in lakes and ponds.

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RIVER FISHING
RIVER FISHING

Get fishing tips, techniques and more to enjoy the best freshwater fishing in rivers.

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