PA Lake Fishing Almanac · lakepa.net
Minsi Lake
Northampton County · 115 acres · PFBC-owned
Latest PFBC survey (April 2023)
- Trap nets captured 989 fish representing 10 species. (p. 1)
- Bluegill were the most abundant fish captured, with 345 collected. (p. 1)
- Bluegill over 8 inches comprised 74% of the catch. (p. 2)
- Pumpkinseed over 7 inches comprised 85% of the catch. (p. 2)
PFBC Biologist Report: Minsi Lake April 2023 Fisheries Restoration Progress Evaluation
On PFBC's 2026 trout schedule (as published Oct 4, 2026)
- Was scheduled for Mar 4, 2026 · Rainbow, Golden Rainbow
- Was scheduled for Apr 25, 2026 · Rainbow, Golden Rainbow
- Was scheduled for Oct 6, 2026 · 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)
- Miscellaneous Special Regulations: All species except trout are catch and release only; inland rules apply to trout. In effect until further notice. (2026 Fishing Summary, p. 17)
Printed Nov 2, 2026. Data as of Oct 4, 2026. Regulations summarized — official Summary and posted signs govern.