Fishing at Pymatuning Reservoir is permitted year-round with a license. If fishing on the lake, fishermen can use either a Pennsylvania or Ohio license. However, if fishing from the shore, the fishing license must be issued by whatever state the shore is located in.

If you plan to fish on the lake, there are several boat launches available, including an ADA accessible one in the Jamestown Marina and Manning Boat Launch. Motorboats must display either a Pennsylvania or Ohio boat registration. For non-powered boats, you will be required to display a registration from either state, a launching or mooring permit from Pennsylvania State Parks, and a launch use permit issued by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.

There are regulations for fishing at the Pymatuning Reservoir. Walleye, saugeye, bass, muskellunge, and tiger muskellunge are subject to size and daily limits. Other fish have no limits. If ice fishing, there are limits in regards to the size of the hole, as well as the number of fishing devices and hooks. It’s best to check with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission before fishing as regulations are subject to change..