Meadow Grounds Lake

Set in Pennsylvania, United States, Meadow Grounds Lake is a reservoir that holds the typical mix of warm-water and cool-water species you'd expect for the area. Anglers fishing Meadow Grounds Lake usually focus their effort on transitions: the edges of weed beds, points that stick out into deeper water, and the shaded sides of any inflow. Early morning and the last hour of light tend to be the most productive windows on a body of water this size.

Location

39.9159, -78.0545 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Largemouth bassBluegillPumpkinseedSmallmouth bassBlack crappieGreengill hybrid

Fishing Techniques

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

• For Bluegill

  Fish near structure like docks, weeds, or submerged trees where bluegill seek cover and food.

• For Pumpkinseed

  Use light tackle, such as an ultralight rod and reel with 4-6 pound test line, for maximum sensitivity and fun while fishing for pumpkinseeds.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Meadow Grounds Lake.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Meadow Grounds Lake, make sure your licence covers Pennsylvania, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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