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Red Run Lake

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Pennsylvania, United States

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Rainbow trout

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Rainbow trout

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Common carp

23 in · 6 lb

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General info

Red Run Lake is a lake located in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is most popular for fishing Bluegill, Green sunfish, and Largemouth bass.

Location

39°44′19.4″N 77°31′1.4″W
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Official website

www.washtwp-franklin.org

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Fishing regulations at Red Run Lake, PA

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.

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7.8 miles away

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9.5 miles away

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10.0 miles away

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Graceham

11.1 miles away

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FAQ about Red Run Lake fishing

📍 Where is Red Run Lake located?
Red Run Lake is a lake located in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°44′19.4″N 77°31′1.4″W
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🎣 Where on Red Run Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Red Run Lake by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Red Run Lake?
The most common species in Red Run Lake are:
📢 What are the latest Red Run Lake fishing reports?
The latest Red Run Lake fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Red Run Lake right now?
According to fishing regulations at Red Run Lake, some of the species in season this June include: Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Spotted bass, Walleye, and Saugeye. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Red Run Lake?

Fishing in Pennsylvania requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination permits, available online or from authorized vendors.

In Pennsylvania, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 65 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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