Pymatuning Reservoir
Reservoir, Crawford County (Shenango River). Pennsylvania, United States.
41.4992, -80.4608 — View on the map
- Area
- 5,633 ha
- Managed by
- Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
- Permit required
- Pennsylvania fishing license (PFBC)
- Boat launch
- yes
Useful gear for this area
Chosen from the species and size limits regulated in this area.
Responsible gearBacklit Digital Hanging Scale 50 kgTo check the minimum size: Walleye 38.1 cm here.
€32.90£28.90Not shipped to the United States

Species present
PFBC « Pennsylvania's Best Fishing Waters » (species for which this water is rated among the best; not a full species list)
Local rules
PFBC special regulations: Pymatuning Reservoir Regulations; Lake Panfish Enhancement Special Regulations.
Area rules (Pennsylvania) for these species
| Walleye and saugeye | 38.1 cm |
| Muskellunge and tiger muskellunge | 101.6 cm |
Access
Primary access: Espyville Marina.
Official sources
- Best Fishing Waters Lakes 202411 — PA Fish and Boat Commission data (PASDA) (accessed on 23 September 2026)
- Fishing Special Regulation Lakes 202603 — PA Fish and Boat Commission data (PASDA) (accessed on 23 September 2026)
- PFBC fishing regulations summary (special regulations) (accessed on 23 September 2026)
- PFBC lake habitat plan — Pymatuning Reservoir (accessed on 23 September 2026)
Channel catfishIctalurus punctatus
MuskellungeEsox masquinongy
WalleyeSander vitreus