🐟 What fish can you catch in New Castle?

Most commonly caught species around New Castle , PA : Largemouth bass - 9,943 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 3,066 reported catches Bluegill - 2,182 reported catches Channel catfish - 2,062 reported catches Walleye - 1,407 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest New Castle fishing reports?

The latest New Castle , PA fishing reports are: @TommyKelly2327 reported a nice Bluegill . @bluegillsetc reported a nice White bass at Ohio River (PA) . @bluegillsetc reported a nice Walleye at Ohio River (PA) . @finnhershey reported a nice Channel catfish at Zelienople Harmony Sportmen's Club Pond . @jay.sara reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Wilhelm . .

Fishing in New Castle, PA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in New Castle, Pennsylvania?

Anglers in New Castle , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Arthur , Beaver River , Mahoning River , Shenango River , Neshannock Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in New Castle?

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Pennsylvania, United States

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Top fish species in New Castle

Latest New Castle fishing reports

Bluegill

length · weight

White bass

Ohio River (PA)

length · weight

Walleye

Ohio River (PA)

length · weight

Channel catfish

Zelienople Harmony Sportmen's Club Pond

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Lake Wilhelm

length · weight

Hybrid striped bass

Ohio River (PA)

length · weight

White bass

Ohio River (PA)

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Brush Creek

12 in · 1 lb

Smallmouth bass

Brush Creek

15 in · 2 lb

Smallmouth bass

Brush Creek

12 in · 1 lb

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Fishing regulations in New Castle

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Pennsylvania can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 2nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Min size

15"

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Statewide regulations are shown. During the closed season, no harvest of bass; you must immediately release any bass you catch.

Jan 1 - Apr 12: minimum size = 15-inches; daily limit = 4 bass
Apr 13 - Jun 7: no harvest of bass; catch and immediate release only
Jun 8 - Sept 30: minimum size = 12-inches; daily limit = 6 bass
Oct 1 - Dec 31: minimum size = 15-inches; daily limit = 4 bass

To see additional site-specific trout regulations, you must see Pennsylvania Bass Fishing Regulations.

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

40°59′44.2″N 80°20′45.2″W

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FAQ about New Castle fishing

Anglers in New Castle, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Arthur, Beaver River, Mahoning River, Shenango River, and Neshannock Creek.

Most commonly caught species around New Castle, PA:

Largemouth bass - 9,943 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 3,066 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,182 reported catches
Channel catfish - 2,062 reported catches
Walleye - 1,407 reported catches

The latest New Castle, PA fishing reports are:

@TommyKelly2327 reported a nice Bluegill.
@bluegillsetc reported a nice White bass at Ohio River (PA).
@bluegillsetc reported a nice Walleye at Ohio River (PA).
@finnhershey reported a nice Channel catfish at Zelienople Harmony Sportmen's Club Pond.
@jay.sara reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Wilhelm.

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