🐟 What fish can you catch in Schaefferstown?

Most commonly caught species around Schaefferstown , PA : Largemouth bass - 13,602 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 5,867 reported catches Rainbow trout - 3,180 reported catches Bluegill - 2,652 reported catches Channel catfish - 2,634 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Schaefferstown fishing reports?

The latest Schaefferstown , PA fishing reports are: @jscott1981 reported a nice Channel catfish at Susquehanna River . @jscott1981 reported a nice Channel catfish at Susquehanna River . @JR_JR reported a nice Black crappie at Hopewell Lake . @jfrazerthefisherman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Blue Marsh Lake . @Bass_Badger reported a nice Largemouth bass at Chambers Lake . .

Fishing in Schaefferstown, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in Schaefferstown , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Blue Marsh Lake , Conestoga River , Tulpehocken Creek , Swatara Creek , Speedwell Forge Dam .

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

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Top fish species in Schaefferstown

Latest Schaefferstown fishing reports

Channel catfish

Susquehanna River

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Channel catfish

Susquehanna River

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Black crappie

Hopewell Lake

12 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

Blue Marsh Lake

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Largemouth bass

Chambers Lake

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Largemouth bass

Chambers Lake

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Largemouth bass

Chambers Lake

11 in · 1 lb

Bluegill

Denlinger Pond

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Bluegill

Denlinger Pond

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Bluegill

Denlinger Pond

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Fishing regulations in 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 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

40°17′48.5″N 76°17′38″W

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FAQ about Schaefferstown fishing

Anglers in Schaefferstown, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Blue Marsh Lake, Conestoga River, Tulpehocken Creek, Swatara Creek, and Speedwell Forge Dam.

Most commonly caught species around Schaefferstown, PA:

Largemouth bass - 13,602 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 5,867 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 3,180 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,652 reported catches
Channel catfish - 2,634 reported catches

The latest Schaefferstown, PA fishing reports are:

@jscott1981 reported a nice Channel catfish at Susquehanna River.
@jscott1981 reported a nice Channel catfish at Susquehanna River.
@JR_JR reported a nice Black crappie at Hopewell Lake.
@jfrazerthefisherman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Blue Marsh Lake.
@Bass_Badger reported a nice Largemouth bass at Chambers Lake.

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