Kistler, PA Fishing Trip — July

Your Kistler, PA Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 87°F / Low 68°F3.6" rain · 13 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in July

5 species
Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Northern PikeGood
Northern Pike
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

July Weather in Kistler

87°F
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
3.6"
Rainfall
13
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

11 Guides Near Kistler

No guides are based in Kistler, 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.

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 fly fishing / inshore / freshwater Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • 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.

Buy License Online — Pennsylvania

Species Regulations

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.

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.

Northern Pike
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum

Some waters may have special 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.

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