🐟 What fish can you catch in Carbondale?

Most commonly caught species around Carbondale , PA : Largemouth bass - 10,894 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 4,370 reported catches Chain pickerel - 2,221 reported catches Bluegill - 1,623 reported catches Yellow perch - 1,586 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Carbondale fishing reports?

The latest Carbondale , PA fishing reports are: @steven.sands reported a nice Largemouth bass at Duryea Swamps . @Xavierpinero3 reported a nice Black crappie at Duryea Swamps . @garrettparthemore reported a nice Largemouth bass at Frances Slocum Lake . @Xavierpinero3 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Duryea Swamps . @Xavierpinero3 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Duryea Swamps . .

Fishing in Carbondale, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Carbondale, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in Carbondale , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Wallenpaupack , Lackawanna Lake , Griffin Reservoir , Lackawanna River , Lake Henry .

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

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Top fish species in Carbondale

Latest Carbondale fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Duryea Swamps

length · weight

Black crappie

Duryea Swamps

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Frances Slocum Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Duryea Swamps

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Duryea Swamps

length · weight

Yellow perch

Duryea Swamps

18 in · 2 lb

Largemouth bass

Duryea Swamps

length · weight

Bluegill

Duryea Swamps

8 in · 1 lb

Black crappie

Duryea Swamps

11 in · 1 lb

Yellow perch

Lake Louise

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Carbondale

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

41°34′17″N 75°30′17.3″W

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FAQ about Carbondale fishing

Anglers in Carbondale, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Wallenpaupack, Lackawanna Lake, Griffin Reservoir, Lackawanna River, and Lake Henry.

Most commonly caught species around Carbondale, PA:

Largemouth bass - 10,894 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 4,370 reported catches
Chain pickerel - 2,221 reported catches
Bluegill - 1,623 reported catches
Yellow perch - 1,586 reported catches

The latest Carbondale, PA fishing reports are:

@steven.sands reported a nice Largemouth bass at Duryea Swamps.
@Xavierpinero3 reported a nice Black crappie at Duryea Swamps.
@garrettparthemore reported a nice Largemouth bass at Frances Slocum Lake.
@Xavierpinero3 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Duryea Swamps.
@Xavierpinero3 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Duryea Swamps.

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