Altoona, PA Fishing Trip — September
Your Altoona, PA Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 57°F2.5" rain · 9 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in September
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
GoodWalleye
Various
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
September Weather in Altoona
75°F
Avg High
57°F
Avg Low
2.5"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
1 in Altoona + 4 Nearby
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For freshwater / inshore Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- Light rain jacket
Pennsylvania Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$22.97
Non-Resident$52.97
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Trout/salmon permit and Lake Erie permit available additionally.
Species Regulations
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:50 per day
Size Limit:9-inch minimum
No more than 20 crappie may be taken from Pymatuning Lake.
Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
Some waters may have specific regulations; check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Some waters may have specific regulations; check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website.