🐟 What fish can you catch in Jim Thorpe?

Most commonly caught species around Jim Thorpe , PA : Largemouth bass - 13,450 reported catches Rainbow trout - 3,515 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 3,199 reported catches Brown trout - 2,404 reported catches Bluegill - 2,273 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Jim Thorpe fishing reports?

The latest Jim Thorpe , PA fishing reports are: @bwatson5675 reported a nice Striped bass at Delaware River . @mikeadams1983 reported a nice Black crappie at Number Eight Reservoir . @mikeadams1983 reported a nice Black crappie at Number Eight Reservoir . @bobbybassman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Delaware River . @mikeadams1983 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Number Eight Reservoir . .

Fishing in Jim Thorpe, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in Jim Thorpe , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Lehigh River , Beltzville Lake , Mauch Chunk Lake , Jordan Creek , Lehigh Canal .

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

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Top fish species in Jim Thorpe

Latest Jim Thorpe fishing reports

Striped bass

Delaware River

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Black crappie

Number Eight Reservoir

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Black crappie

Number Eight Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

Delaware River

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Largemouth bass

Number Eight Reservoir

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Smallmouth bass

Mill Creek

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Brook trout

Furnace Dam Park

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Smallmouth bass

Arrowhead Lake

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Pumpkinseed

Furnace Dam Park

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Smallmouth bass

Heintzelman Park

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Fishing regulations in Jim Thorpe

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 17th, 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

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Closed

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15"

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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°52′16.3″N 75°44′35.9″W

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FAQ about Jim Thorpe fishing

Anglers in Jim Thorpe, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Lehigh River, Beltzville Lake, Mauch Chunk Lake, Jordan Creek, and Lehigh Canal.

Most commonly caught species around Jim Thorpe, PA:

Largemouth bass - 13,450 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 3,515 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 3,199 reported catches
Brown trout - 2,404 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,273 reported catches

The latest Jim Thorpe, PA fishing reports are:

@bwatson5675 reported a nice Striped bass at Delaware River.
@mikeadams1983 reported a nice Black crappie at Number Eight Reservoir.
@mikeadams1983 reported a nice Black crappie at Number Eight Reservoir.
@bobbybassman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Delaware River.
@mikeadams1983 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Number Eight Reservoir.

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