Great Bend, PA Fishing Trip — September

Your Great Bend, PA Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in September

Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

8 Guides Near Great Bend

No guides are based in Great Bend, but these guides operate 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.

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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 Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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.

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Species Regulations

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.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round (with exceptions; see regulations)
Bag Limit:5 per day (combined species)
Size Limit:7-inch minimum

Special regulations apply to certain streams and sections, including catch-and-release areas and delayed harvest areas. Check PFBC website for specifics.

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.

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.

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