🐟 What fish can you catch in Bessemer?

Most commonly caught species around Bessemer , PA : Largemouth bass - 9,214 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 3,341 reported catches Channel catfish - 2,570 reported catches Bluegill - 2,270 reported catches Walleye - 1,600 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Bessemer fishing reports?

The latest Bessemer , PA fishing reports are: @anokk reported a nice Common carp at Newport Lake . @anokk reported a nice Common carp at Newport Lake . @jarretherbel reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ambridge Reservoir . @jarretherbel reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ambridge Reservoir . @jarretherbel reported a nice White crappie at Ambridge Reservoir . .

Fishing in Bessemer, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Bessemer, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in Bessemer , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Beaver River , Mahoning River , Shenango River , Neshannock Creek , Connoquenessing Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Bessemer?

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Pennsylvania, United States

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Top fish species in Bessemer

Latest Bessemer fishing reports

Common carp

Newport Lake

length · weight

Common carp

Newport Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Ambridge Reservoir

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Ambridge Reservoir

length · weight

White crappie

Ambridge Reservoir

length · weight

Walleye

Shenango River Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Lake Arthur

16 in · 2 lb

Golden rainbow trout

Zelienople Harmony Sportmen's Club Pond

16 in · 2 lb

Smallmouth bass

15 in · 2 lb

Black crappie

Lake Arthur

9 in · 5 oz

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Fishing regulations in Bessemer

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Pennsylvania can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 16th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Closed

Bag limit

Min size

15"

Measurement

Total Length

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Statewide regulations are shown. During the closed season, no harvest of bass; you must immediately release any bass you catch.

Jan 1 - Apr 12: minimum size = 15-inches; daily limit = 4 bass
Apr 13 - Jun 7: no harvest of bass; catch and immediate release only
Jun 8 - Sept 30: minimum size = 12-inches; daily limit = 6 bass
Oct 1 - Dec 31: minimum size = 15-inches; daily limit = 4 bass

To see additional site-specific trout regulations, you must see Pennsylvania Bass Fishing Regulations.

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

40°58′32.2″N 80°29′16.1″W

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FAQ about Bessemer fishing

Anglers in Bessemer, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Beaver River, Mahoning River, Shenango River, Neshannock Creek, and Connoquenessing Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Bessemer, PA:

Largemouth bass - 9,214 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 3,341 reported catches
Channel catfish - 2,570 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,270 reported catches
Walleye - 1,600 reported catches

The latest Bessemer, PA fishing reports are:

@anokk reported a nice Common carp at Newport Lake.
@anokk reported a nice Common carp at Newport Lake.
@jarretherbel reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ambridge Reservoir.
@jarretherbel reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ambridge Reservoir.
@jarretherbel reported a nice White crappie at Ambridge Reservoir.

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