Pinchot Lake
Pinchot Lake is a 340-acre warmwater lake in Gifford Pinchot State Park designated as a Big Bass Lake. DCNR lists largemouth bass, hybrid striped bass, muskellunge, walleye, crappie and carp among the common species.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Big Bass Lake with special size and creel limits
Wiper
Listed as hybrid striped bass (DCNR)
Muskellunge
Walleye
Crappie
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Boat Launch #2PublicADA-accessible fishing pads nearbyDirections ↗
- Quaker Race Day Use Area pierPublicFishing pierDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Pinchot Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Pinchot Lake ↗Local tips
- Special regulations set minimum sizes and creel limits for all bass species; confirm them before keeping fish.
- Depth maps are available from the park for locating structure.
- Ice fishing is allowed on natural ice but thickness is not monitored by the park.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.