🐟 What fish can you catch in West Hempfield?

Most commonly caught species around West Hempfield , PA : Largemouth bass - 14,281 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 7,654 reported catches Bluegill - 2,826 reported catches Channel catfish - 2,784 reported catches Rainbow trout - 2,583 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest West Hempfield fishing reports?

The latest West Hempfield , PA fishing reports are: @kye.kolsovsky reported a nice Flathead catfish at Susquehanna River . @madisynnstumper reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Lake Frederic . @RCA75 reported a nice Walleye at Susquehanna River . @madisynnstumper reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Frederic . @Kstover910 reported a nice Smallmouth bass . .

Fishing in West Hempfield, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in West Hempfield, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in West Hempfield , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Susquehanna River , Conestoga River , Mill Creek , Lake Redman , Speedwell Forge Dam .

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

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Pennsylvania, United States

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Top fish species in West Hempfield

Latest West Hempfield fishing reports

Flathead catfish

Susquehanna River

36 in · 21 lb

Smallmouth bass

Lake Frederic

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Walleye

Susquehanna River

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Largemouth bass

Lake Frederic

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Smallmouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

Susquehanna River

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Smallmouth bass

Conestoga River

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Smallmouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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Rock bass

Cocalico Creek

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Fishing regulations in West Hempfield

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 3rd, 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°03′23″N 76°27′47.5″W

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FAQ about West Hempfield fishing

Anglers in West Hempfield, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Susquehanna River, Conestoga River, Mill Creek, Lake Redman, and Speedwell Forge Dam.

Most commonly caught species around West Hempfield, PA:

Largemouth bass - 14,281 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 7,654 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,826 reported catches
Channel catfish - 2,784 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 2,583 reported catches

The latest West Hempfield, PA fishing reports are:

@kye.kolsovsky reported a nice Flathead catfish at Susquehanna River.
@madisynnstumper reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Lake Frederic.
@RCA75 reported a nice Walleye at Susquehanna River.
@madisynnstumper reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Frederic.
@Kstover910 reported a nice Smallmouth bass.

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