🐟 What fish can you catch in New Hanover?

Most commonly caught species around New Hanover , PA : Largemouth bass - 24,091 reported catches Rainbow trout - 5,758 reported catches Bluegill - 5,595 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 5,226 reported catches Brown trout - 3,486 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest New Hanover fishing reports?

The latest New Hanover , PA fishing reports are: @bluegigilover9000 reported a nice Common carp at Schuylkill River . @The_Ontelaunee_Angler reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ontelaunee Reservoir . @Jdawgg reported a nice Rainbow trout at West Branch Brandywine Creek . @hut_fig17 reported a nice Fallfish at Schuylkill River . @ElBelsachy reported a nice Rainbow trout at Lehigh Canal . .

Fishing in New Hanover, PA

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

Anglers in New Hanover , PA recommend these top fishing spots: Schuylkill River , Green Lane Reservoir , Little Lehigh Creek , Perkiomen Creek , Unami Creek .

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

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Pennsylvania, United States

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Top fish species in New Hanover

Latest New Hanover fishing reports

Common carp

Schuylkill River

29 in · 12 lb

Largemouth bass

Ontelaunee Reservoir

length · weight

Rainbow trout

West Branch Brandywine Creek

length · weight

Fallfish

Schuylkill River

length · weight

Rainbow trout

Lehigh Canal

8 in · 2 oz

Pumpkinseed

5 in · 2 oz

Pumpkinseed

6 in · 6 oz

Creek chub

5 in · 1 oz

Bluegill

6 in · 3 oz

Bluegill

7 in · 5 oz

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Fishing regulations in New Hanover

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 1st, 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"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Aggregate

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°18′52.2″N 75°33′23.8″W

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FAQ about New Hanover fishing

Anglers in New Hanover, PA recommend these top fishing spots: Schuylkill River, Green Lane Reservoir, Little Lehigh Creek, Perkiomen Creek, and Unami Creek.

Most commonly caught species around New Hanover, PA:

Largemouth bass - 24,091 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 5,758 reported catches
Bluegill - 5,595 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 5,226 reported catches
Brown trout - 3,486 reported catches

The latest New Hanover, PA fishing reports are:

@bluegigilover9000 reported a nice Common carp at Schuylkill River.
@The_Ontelaunee_Angler reported a nice Largemouth bass at Ontelaunee Reservoir.
@Jdawgg reported a nice Rainbow trout at West Branch Brandywine Creek.
@hut_fig17 reported a nice Fallfish at Schuylkill River.
@ElBelsachy reported a nice Rainbow trout at Lehigh Canal.

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