Mount Joy, PA Fishing Trip — November

Your Mount Joy, PA Fishing Trip

November2 peopleFamily Trip
High 53°F / Low 37°F1.8" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in November

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

November Weather in Mount Joy

53°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

13 Guides Near Mount Joy

No guides are based in Mount Joy, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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