PA Lake Fishing Almanac · lakepa.net
Opossum Lake
Cumberland County · 59 acres · PFBC-owned
Latest PFBC survey (May 2020)
- The 2020 electrofishing catch rate was 78 bass/hour. (p. 3)
- In 2020, 41% of captured bass measured 12–14 inches. (p. 3)
- The combined 2019 and 2020 trap net catch included 785 White Crappies measuring 2–14 inches. (p. 5)
- The combined 2019 and 2020 trap net catch included 314 Black Crappies measuring 3–13 inches. (p. 5)
PFBC Biologist Report: Opossum Lake
On PFBC's 2026 trout schedule (as published Oct 4, 2026)
- Was scheduled for Feb 17, 2026 · Rainbow, Golden Rainbow
- Was scheduled for Apr 17, 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)
- Big Bass Program: Largemouth, Smallmouth and Spotted Bass: 15-inch minimum and 4 a day (combined) from Jan. 1 through April 10 and from June 13 through Dec. 31; catch and immediate release only from April 11 through June 12, with no tournaments. Other species follow inland rules. (2026 Fishing Summary, p. 11)
Printed Nov 2, 2026. Data as of Oct 4, 2026. Regulations summarized — official Summary and posted signs govern.