Trout season has officially begun in the Poconos, offering anglers an exciting opportunity to catch stocked trout in the region’s streams and lakes. The season started on Saturday (April 5) and will run through Labor Day. According to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), over three million adult trout have been stocked in waterways across the state, including 691 streams and 130 lakes open to public fishing.
The PFBC has stocked approximately 2.4 million Rainbow Trout, 693,000 Brown Trout, and 125,000 Brook Trout. In addition, around 72,000 trophy-sized trout, measuring 14-20 inches, have been introduced to enhance the fishing experience. These efforts are part of a long-standing tradition to ensure abundant fishing opportunities for both novice and experienced anglers.
The PFBC encourages volunteers to assist in distributing the trout and reminds anglers that a fishing license and trout permit are required for those aged 16 and older.
The minimum size trout you can keep is 7 inches. In addition to a fishing license, which you can get in a jiffy here, trout anglers 16 and older need a Trout Permit, too. When you apply for your license, make sure to get your Trout Permit!
