Pennsylvania regulations
Lake Trout Regulations in Pennsylvania 2026
Pennsylvania Lake Trout regulations: Daily bag 2 fish, Min size 15 inches. Sourced from Fish & Boat Commission.
Rules (3)
- Daily bag
- 2 fish
- Min size
- 15"
- Daily bag
- 3 fish/day
Other Pennsylvania fish regulations
Other regulated species in Pennsylvania with current rule pages — same Fish & Boat Commission source, same verification cadence.
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)501 rules
- Largemouth Bass259 rules
- Smallmouth Bass259 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)61 rules
- Muskie (Muskellunge)59 rules
- Bluegill (Sunfish)48 rules
- Northern Pike38 rules
- Yellow Perch33 rules
- Walleye30 rules
- Channel Catfish12 rules
Also known as
Lake Trout is also called lakers. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Pennsylvania.
Frequently asked questions
When is Lake Trout season in Pennsylvania?
Lake Trout season in Pennsylvania is set by Fish & Boat Commission. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Lake Trout in Pennsylvania?
Minimum size for Lake Trout in Pennsylvania is 15 inches in Lake Erie, per Fish & Boat Commission. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Lake Trout in Pennsylvania?
Daily bag limit for Lake Trout in Pennsylvania is 2 fish in Lake Erie, per Fish & Boat Commission.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/resources/PA/25PAFW_LR.pdf
- https://www.fishandboat.com/agencies/fishandboat/about-us/pfbc-lakes/lake-erie