Lake Wallenpaupack Game Fish Guide
Everything you need to know about catching Lake Wallenpaupack’s top game fish — including habitat, gear, techniques, seasons, and Pennsylvania regulations.
Lake Wallenpaupack supports several regulated game fish species. Each fish has unique habits, habitats, and Pennsylvania regulations. Use this guide to learn where they live, how they feed, and what gear works best — and always check current regulations before fishing.
Northern Pike
Northern pike are aggressive ambush predators found along weed beds and shallow flats around Lake Wallenpaupack. Known for explosive strikes, they are one of the lake’s most exciting game fish.
Identification
Long torpedo-shaped body with light spots on a dark green background and a long duckbill snout.
Average Size
24–35 inches
3–10 pounds
Habitat & Behavior
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Where They Live
Recommended Lures/Bait
Where They Live
Weed beds
Shallow coves
Drop-offs near vegetation
Artificial Lures
Spinnerbaits
Large crankbaits
Jerkbaits
Swimbaits
Live Bait
Large minnows
Suckers
Reel
Baitcasting or large spinning reel
Best Colors
Firetiger
Chartreuse
White
Perch pattern
Best Season
Spring and fall
Pennsylvania Regulations (2026)
Minimum Size: 24 inches
Daily Limit: 2 fish
Season: Open year-round
Lures & Techniques
Feeding Habits
Northern pike are ambush predators that feed primarily on smaller fish, striking quickly from cover.
Spawning Season
Early spring shortly after ice-out.
Cast along weed edges. Retrieve spinnerbaits steadily through vegetation and jerkbaits with pause and strike motion.
Best Time of Day
Early morning and evening
Weather Effects
Cloudy conditions and dropping pressure often trigger aggressive feeding.
Rod
Medium-heavy casting rod (6'6"–7'6")
Line
20–30 lb braided line with heavy fluorocarbon leader