Guide To Fishing At Shawnee Lake

AKA: Shawnee State Park Lake

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, yellow perch, muskie, northern pike and tiger muskie at Shawnee Lake in Pennsylvania.

The feature element of Shawnee State Park is Shawnee Lake. It is a 450-acre lake in the southern part of the Keystone State. Boats on the lake are limited to elcetric motors only, and can be launched from three boat ramps around the lake. Camping, lodging and picknicking areas are available to the public.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

This is an ideal lake for canoes, kayaks, paddle boats and rowboats, all available for rent at the lake. There is an ADA-accessible fishing pier, and over 6 miles of shoreline to explore. Bass, crappie, walleye, pike and musky are popular fish species here. During winter, perch, pike and walleye are the primary targets.

Primary fish species residing in Shawnee Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Shawnee Lake Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES, three
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Colvin Access Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, this is a two-lane, concrete boat ramp with gravel parking for up to twenty vehicles with boat trailers.

Kegg Run Launch Area
Located on the southern end of the lake, this is a one-lane, concrete boat ramp with gravel parking for up to a dozen vehicles with boat trailers.

#2 Picnic Area Boat Access
Located just east of the State Park Road bridge, on the north side of the lake, this is a one-lane, concrete boat ramp with plenty of parking.

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