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Lake Jean

Luzerne County · 245 acres · State park

Latest PFBC survey (2018)

  • The Largemouth Bass catch rate was 32.7 fish per hour in 2018. (p. 1)
  • Trap net catch rates for most species were higher in 2018 than in 2007, with Black Crappie the exception. (p. 1)

PFBC Biologist Report: Lake Jean

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

Not on the 2026 schedule.

Fish consumption advice (2026 list)

  • Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass: 1 meal/month (Mercury)
  • Yellow Perch: 2 meals/month (Mercury)

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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