Allegheny Fishing
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Do not bring firewood from home to the Allegheny National Forest. Do not unwittingly spread the emerald ash borer, sirex wood wasp, hemlock woolly adelgid or other firewood borne invasive species. Possession of firewood from outside the area of the Allegheny National Forest is prohibited. Firewood is available at or near camping facilities. For more information about emerald ash borer call toll free 1-866-253-7189- or you may go on-line at http://na.fs.fed.us/fhp/eab/ or http://www.emeraldashborer.info.
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On the Allegheny National Forest, we offer the angler a variety of fishing opportunities, from small native brook trout streams to trophy fishing for musky, pike and walleye in the Allegheny Reservoir. As you use our site, we hope you find much useful information to guide you in your fishing adventures. Good Luck! A valid Pennsylvania fishing license is required to fish on the Allegheny National Forest. Seasons vary according to species. Consult PA State Fishing Regulations.
The Allegheny National Forest provides some of the finest warm water fishing in northwestern Pennsylvania. Several reservoirs and over 500 miles of pristine streams offer outstanding fishing opportunities. The Allegheny reservoir (a 12,000 acre impoundment on the Allegheny River) is the largest reservoir on the Forest. Fish species found in the Reservoir include smallmouth bass, muskellunge, walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, channel catfish and some brown trout. Tributary streams flowing into the Reservoir, as well as the streams located throughout the Forest, offer excellent cold-water fishing experiences. Some streams are stocked with brook, brown and rainbow trout while others have natural populations of brook trout.
Fishing license fees
Separate fishing licenses are required for each of the following categories: - Resident (Ages 16-64) $22.00
- Senior resident (Ages 65-up) $11.00
- Senior resident (lifetime) (65-up) $51.00
- Non-resident (Ages 16-up) $52.00
- Seven day tourist (Ages 16-up) $34.00
- Three day tourist (Ages 16-up) $26.00
- Trout Salmon permit (Ages 16-up) $9.00
Lake Erie Permit no longer required. You qualify for a Resident license if you are a bona fide resident of Pennsylvania. You must show positive proof of permanent residency. Individuals under 16 years old can fish for free in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania license is valid from January 1 through December 31. Pennsylvania licenses can be obtained at various sporting goods stores throughout the state. For more information, write to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, P.O. Box 67000, Harrisburg, PA 17106-7000, or call 717-657-4518. Questions about boat registration can be answered by calling 717-657-4551.
In New York State, about 98% of the New York portion of the Allegheny Reservoir is under jurisdiction of the Seneca Nation of Indians. Fishing in this area requires a Seneca Nation license. Quaker Run and portions of State Line Run, Pierce Run, Bone Run and Onoville Bay are the major fishing areas which extend off the reservation. Non-Indian Fees are: adult (17-64) $35.00, Age 10-16 $20.00, 9 and under free, disabled $5.00, Senior 65-up, $10.00. Seneca Nation licenses are obtainable at numerous stores in the Salamanca area and the Nation's office just west of Salamanca. A New York State fishing license is not required on the reservation, but all New York State fishing regulations (other than license requirements) must be observed. The Seneca Nation license is valid from January 1 through December 31. For additional information call 716-945-1790. Ask for the clerks office, extension 3041. In the New York portion not on the Seneca Reservation, a New York State license is required. Quaker Run and portions of State Line Run, Pierce Run, Bone Run and Onoville Bay are the major fishing areas which extend off the reservation. License fees are $19.00 for resident, $40.00 for non-resident, and $25.00 for 7 day license. For additional information, call 716-372-6242. The New York license is valid from October 1 through September 30.
The Allegheny National Forest Administrative map ($9.00 + .54 tax), and the Allegheny Reservoir Fishing Map, both PA and NY, (8.95 + .58 tax), can be purchased from the Allegheny National Forest offices. Topographic maps are also available for $9.00 + .54 tax. Please include $3.50 for shipping. Make check or money order payable to ENFIA, and mail to Allegheny National Forest, Marienville Ranger District HC 2 Box 130, Marienville, PA 16239. Or call, 814-927-6628.
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Size of Emerald Ash Borer, one of 4 exotic pests threatening ANF. 