Plan a Fishing Trip to Elizabethtown, PA

1 guideBest months: April, May, June, September

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What's Biting in Elizabethtown Right Now

Brown Trout

ExcellentVarious

Smallmouth Bass

Excellentfreshwater

Casting, Fly Fishing, Jigging

Largemouth Bass

Excellentfreshwater

Spinning, Baitcasting, Fly Fishing

Crappie

Excellentfreshwater

Jigging, Live Bait Fishing, Casting

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Top Fishing Guides in Elizabethtown

2 Rocky Rivers Guide Service

4.9(14)Top Rated

Provides smallmouth bass fishing guides on the Susquehanna River and crappie fishing at Sayers Lake.

Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania

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For Your Target Species

Trout Fly Assortment

Adams, elk hair caddis, pheasant tail — proven patterns

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Ultralight Spinning Rod

Sensitive ultralight rod perfect for stream trout

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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack

Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray

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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray

Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions

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Trip Essentials

Fishing Pliers

Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter

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Waterproof Dry Bag

Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry

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Things to Do in Elizabethtown

Activities for your non-fishing days

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

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Pennsylvania Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

Some waters may have special regulations; check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website.