Hazleton, PA Fishing Trip — September

Your Hazleton, PA Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 56°F1.9" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

5 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various

September Weather in Hazleton

72°F
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
1.9"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

9 Guides Near Hazleton

No guides are based in Hazleton, 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

Smallmouth 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.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
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. Check the PA Fish and Boat Commission website for details.

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.

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.

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