Fishing At Allegheny Reservoir

AKA: Allegheny Lake

Fishing for smallmouth bass, channel catfish, white crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brook trout, brown trout, muskie, northern pike, rock bass, white bass, white perch, yellow bass and yellow perch at Allegheny Reservoir in Pennsylvania.

Known as a big fish factory, Allegheny Reservoir is a 12,000-acre lake on the northern border of the state with potential for your 'fish of a lifetime'. The state records for both northern pike and walleye were caught from Allegheny Reservoir. And, muskies over 40 lbs are common enough to be as close as one cast away, any time you are on the water. In addition, this fertile lake produces healthy schools of catfish, bass, crappie, perch and other sunfish. Stocked rainbow, brook and brown trout provide a nice trout fishery as well. In all, this is a great place for your next fishing trip. in winter, ice fishing for walleye and northern pike is popular.

The lake has a couple marinas, lots of camping, multiple boat launch ramps, and areas of accessible shoreline for bank fishing. Whether you have a fishing boat, pleasure boat, pontoon, canoe or kayak - this is a great place for boating.

Primary fish species residing in Allegheny Reservoir

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Allegheny Reservoir Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES