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Francis E Walter Reservoir

Luzerne County · 100 acres · Other owner

Latest PFBC survey (June 2024)

  • Biologists captured 140 Smallmouth Bass, with 67% in the 3-inch to 6-inch length groups. (p. 1)
  • The 2024 Smallmouth Bass catch rate was 79.2 fish/h. (p. 1)
  • The survey captured 123 Yellow Perch. (p. 1)
  • The catch included 34 Bluegill, with 75% in the 3-inch and 4-inch length groups. (p. 1)

PFBC Biologist Report: Francis E. Walter Reservoir

On PFBC's 2026 trout schedule (as published Oct 4, 2026)

  • Was scheduled for Mar 3, 2026 · Brook, Brown, Rainbow, Golden Rainbow
  • Was scheduled for Apr 7, 2026 · Rainbow, Golden Rainbow
  • Was scheduled for May 8, 2026 · Rainbow, Golden Rainbow

PFBC: “All stocking events are subject to change without notice.”

Fish consumption advice (2026 list)

No lake-specific row.

Statewide: “Pennsylvania has issued a general, statewide health advisory for recreationally caught sport fish: eat no more than one meal (1/2 pound) per week of sport fish caught in the state’s waterways.”

Special regulations (2026 Fishing Summary)

Commonwealth inland waters rules apply.

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Printed Nov 2, 2026. Data as of Oct 4, 2026. Regulations summarized — official Summary and posted signs govern.

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