Susquehanna River

Susquehanna River, in Pennsylvania, United States, is a river where current dictates almost everything. Rocks, undercut banks, and fallen timber are the obvious targets, but the productive water at Susquehanna River is often the seam between two current speeds — that's where fish wait for food to drift past. Match the size of your bait or lure to whatever insects, baitfish, or crayfish you can see in the water.

Location

41.1090, -76.1370 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Largemouth bassRainbow troutBluegillBlack crappieSmallmouth bassWhite crappie

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 Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Bluegill

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

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Susquehanna River.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Susquehanna River should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Pennsylvania before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Susquehanna River.

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