Pennsylvania

A nonresident annual fishing license in Pennsylvania costs $60.97. For comparison, Pennsylvania residents pay $27.97. Short-term options: 1-day, 3-day, 7-day options available; check site. The license year runs January 1 - December 31.

Purchase your Pennsylvania fishing license online at https://huntfish.pa.gov/. Valid ID; licenses on sale December 1; multi-year options through 2034. Licenses are administered by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC).

Under 16 exempt; Residents 65+ $14.47; disabled veteran exemptions. Always check the official Pennsylvania website for the most current exemption details and any additional categories that may qualify.

Trout Permit $14.97 (required for stocked/regulated/designated trout waters); Lake Erie Permit for specific species. Be sure to purchase any required stamps or endorsements before heading out, as they are often checked during enforcement.

Fishing seasons in Pennsylvania: Trout season opens in April; bass and walleye have specific seasons; some species year-round. Bag limits: Trout: 5/day most waters; Bass: 4/day; Walleye: 6/day; check regulations. Always consult the current Pennsylvania fishing regulations for the most up-to-date season dates and limits, as they can change annually.

Catch-and-release trout fishing available year-round; special regulation areas; multi-year license options (3/5/10-year). For the complete set of rules including gear restrictions, size limits, and special waters, visit the official Pennsylvania fish and wildlife website.

Maryland and Pennsylvania have a reciprocal border water agreement. Your Maryland fishing license may be valid on shared border waters between the two states. Details: Delaware River with New Jersey/New York; Lake Erie with Ohio/New York; Susquehanna River regulations. Check specific water body regulations before fishing, as reciprocal agreements often have specific conditions.

For the most current regulations, license prices, and season dates, visit the official Pennsylvania fishing page at https://www.pa.gov/agencies/fishandboat/fishing/buy-fishing-license-permit. To purchase a license online, visit https://huntfish.pa.gov/.