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Straight Run Lake (aka Hemlock Lake)

Indiana County · 60 acres · PFBC-owned

Latest PFBC survey (May 2018)

  • The survey captured 77 Largemouth Bass measuring 4–20 inches. (p. 2)
  • Bass at least 15 inches long had a catch rate of 10.5 fish/hr. (p. 2)
  • Bass measuring 11–13 inches comprised 48% of the catch. (p. 2)

PFBC Biologist Report: Straight Run Lake (aka Hemlock Lake)

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

Not on the 2026 schedule.

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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