🐟 What fish can you catch in Vanderbilt?

Most commonly caught species around Vanderbilt , PA : Largemouth bass - 7,405 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 3,372 reported catches Rainbow trout - 3,174 reported catches Bluegill - 2,208 reported catches Channel catfish - 2,006 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Vanderbilt fishing reports?

The latest Vanderbilt , PA fishing reports are: @RayGeeTv reported a nice Common carp . @RayGeeTv reported a nice Channel catfish . @NickD3 reported a nice Black bullhead at Chartiers Creek . @justinhawk reported a nice Rock bass at Indian Creek Reservoir . @justinhawk reported a nice Rock bass at Indian Creek Reservoir . .

Fishing in Vanderbilt, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Vanderbilt, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in Vanderbilt , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Monongahela River , Youghiogheny River (PA) , Dunlap Creek Lake , Monongahela River , Bridgeport Reservoir .

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

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Pennsylvania, United States

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Top fish species in Vanderbilt

Latest Vanderbilt fishing reports

Common carp

length · weight

Channel catfish

length · weight

Black bullhead

Chartiers Creek

length · weight

Rock bass

Indian Creek Reservoir

length · weight

Rock bass

Indian Creek Reservoir

length · weight

Rock bass

Indian Creek Reservoir

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Indian Creek

length · weight

Yellow perch

Indian Creek Reservoir

length · weight

Yellow perch

Indian Creek Reservoir

length · weight

Common logperch

Point Marion Pool (Monongahela River)

4 in · 2 oz

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Fishing regulations in Vanderbilt

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"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Aggregate

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°02′2″N 79°39′46.8″W

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FAQ about Vanderbilt fishing

Anglers in Vanderbilt, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Monongahela River, Youghiogheny River (PA), Dunlap Creek Lake, Monongahela River, and Bridgeport Reservoir.

Most commonly caught species around Vanderbilt, PA:

Largemouth bass - 7,405 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 3,372 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 3,174 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,208 reported catches
Channel catfish - 2,006 reported catches

The latest Vanderbilt, PA fishing reports are:

@RayGeeTv reported a nice Common carp.
@RayGeeTv reported a nice Channel catfish.
@NickD3 reported a nice Black bullhead at Chartiers Creek.
@justinhawk reported a nice Rock bass at Indian Creek Reservoir.
@justinhawk reported a nice Rock bass at Indian Creek Reservoir.

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