Fishing in Chest Springs, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Chest Springs, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in Chest Springs , PA recommend these top fishing spots: West Branch Susquehanna River , Glendale Lake , Little Juniata River , Frankstown Branch Juniata River , Little Conemaugh River .

Q: 🐟 What fish can you catch in Chest Springs?

Most commonly caught species around Chest Springs , PA : Largemouth bass - 3,841 reported catches Rainbow trout - 1,436 reported catches Brown trout - 1,069 reported catches Bluegill - 970 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 813 reported catches .

Q: 📢 What are the latest Chest Springs fishing reports?

The latest Chest Springs , PA fishing reports are: @Kherr reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Bald Eagle Creek . @jordanbaughman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Glendale Lake . @jordanbaughman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Glendale Lake . @tyler.harold reported a nice Pumpkinseed at Elton Dam . @jordanbaughman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Glendale Lake . .

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

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Pennsylvania, United States

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Top fish species in Chest Springs

Latest Chest Springs fishing reports

Smallmouth bass

Bald Eagle Creek

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Largemouth bass

Glendale Lake

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Largemouth bass

Glendale Lake

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Pumpkinseed

Elton Dam

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Largemouth bass

Glendale Lake

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Largemouth bass

Glendale Lake

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Steelhead

Raystown Lake

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Rainbow trout

Little Muddy Run

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Yellow perch

Glendale Lake

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Muskellunge

Bald Eagle Creek

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Fishing regulations in Chest Springs

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 June 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

Open

Bag limit

Min size

15"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Aggregate

Restrictions & requirements

Additional information

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.

Edibility

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Synonyms

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

40°34′41.2″N 78°36′38.5″W

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FAQ about Chest Springs fishing

🎣 Where to fish in Chest Springs, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in Chest Springs, PA recommend these top fishing spots: West Branch Susquehanna River, Glendale Lake, Little Juniata River, Frankstown Branch Juniata River, and Little Conemaugh River.

🐟 What fish can you catch in Chest Springs?

Most commonly caught species around Chest Springs, PA:

Largemouth bass - 3,841 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 1,436 reported catches
Brown trout - 1,069 reported catches
Bluegill - 970 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 813 reported catches

📢 What are the latest Chest Springs fishing reports?

The latest Chest Springs, PA fishing reports are:

@Kherr reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Bald Eagle Creek.
@jordanbaughman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Glendale Lake.
@jordanbaughman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Glendale Lake.
@tyler.harold reported a nice Pumpkinseed at Elton Dam.
@jordanbaughman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Glendale Lake.

📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Chest Springs?

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Chest Springs, PA. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: