🐟 What fish can you catch in New Schaefferstown?

Most commonly caught species around New Schaefferstown , PA : Largemouth bass - 14,254 reported catches Rainbow trout - 3,305 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 2,902 reported catches Bluegill - 2,526 reported catches Brown trout - 2,048 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest New Schaefferstown fishing reports?

The latest New Schaefferstown , PA fishing reports are: @daphnementzer reported a nice Rainbow trout at Tulpehocken Creek . @rdnckshrpshooter reported a nice Rainbow trout at Manatawny Creek . @Dan_Fiji reported a nice Largemouth bass at Kaercher Creek Park . @Dan_Fiji reported a nice Largemouth bass at Kaercher Creek Park . @calvin.carsey reported a nice Rainbow trout . .

Fishing in New Schaefferstown, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in New Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in New Schaefferstown , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Schuylkill River , Ontelaunee Reservoir , Blue Marsh Lake , Tulpehocken Creek , Swatara Creek .

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

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Pennsylvania, United States

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Top fish species in New Schaefferstown

Latest New Schaefferstown fishing reports

Rainbow trout

Tulpehocken Creek

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Rainbow trout

Manatawny Creek

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Largemouth bass

Kaercher Creek Park

13 in · 1 lb 6 oz

Largemouth bass

Kaercher Creek Park

12 in · 1 lb 5 oz

Rainbow trout

length · weight

Rainbow trout

length · weight

Brown trout

Manatawny Creek

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Rock bass

Tulpehocken Creek

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Rock bass

Tulpehocken Creek

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Brown trout

Bullfrog Valley Park

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Fishing regulations in New Schaefferstown

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 May 7th, 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"

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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°27′13″N 76°10′9.1″W

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FAQ about New Schaefferstown fishing

Anglers in New Schaefferstown, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Schuylkill River, Ontelaunee Reservoir, Blue Marsh Lake, Tulpehocken Creek, and Swatara Creek.

Most commonly caught species around New Schaefferstown, PA:

Largemouth bass - 14,254 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 3,305 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 2,902 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,526 reported catches
Brown trout - 2,048 reported catches

The latest New Schaefferstown, PA fishing reports are:

@daphnementzer reported a nice Rainbow trout at Tulpehocken Creek.
@rdnckshrpshooter reported a nice Rainbow trout at Manatawny Creek.
@Dan_Fiji reported a nice Largemouth bass at Kaercher Creek Park.
@Dan_Fiji reported a nice Largemouth bass at Kaercher Creek Park.
@calvin.carsey reported a nice Rainbow trout.

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