🐟 What fish can you catch in Russell?

Most commonly caught species around Russell , PA : Largemouth bass - 2,332 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 1,040 reported catches Yellow perch - 512 reported catches Rainbow trout - 431 reported catches Brown trout - 416 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Russell fishing reports?

The latest Russell , PA fishing reports are: @williamhokensen reported a nice Northern pike at Allegheny Reservoir . @michael-bunce reported a nice Northern pike at Conewango Creek . @michael-bunce reported a nice Largemouth bass . @williamhokensen reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Allegheny Reservoir . @williamhokensen reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Allegheny Reservoir . .

Fishing in Russell, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Russell, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in Russell , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Allegheny River , Chautauqua Lake , Allegheny Reservoir , Chadakoin River , Conewango Creek .

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

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Pennsylvania, United States

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Top fish species in Russell

Latest Russell fishing reports

Northern pike

Allegheny Reservoir

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Northern pike

Conewango Creek

28 in · 4 lb

Largemouth bass

17 in · 3 lb 3 oz

Smallmouth bass

Allegheny Reservoir

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Smallmouth bass

Allegheny Reservoir

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Brook trout

Lake Flavia

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Rainbow trout

Kinzua Creek

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Rainbow trout

Kinzua Creek

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Rainbow trout

Kinzua Creek

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Rainbow trout

Kinzua Creek

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Fishing regulations in Russell

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"

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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°56′21.5″N 79°08′21.5″W

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FAQ about Russell fishing

Anglers in Russell, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Allegheny River, Chautauqua Lake, Allegheny Reservoir, Chadakoin River, and Conewango Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Russell, PA:

Largemouth bass - 2,332 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 1,040 reported catches
Yellow perch - 512 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 431 reported catches
Brown trout - 416 reported catches

The latest Russell, PA fishing reports are:

@williamhokensen reported a nice Northern pike at Allegheny Reservoir.
@michael-bunce reported a nice Northern pike at Conewango Creek.
@michael-bunce reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@williamhokensen reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Allegheny Reservoir.
@williamhokensen reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Allegheny Reservoir.

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