By Lauren Wise
Walleyes are desired for their tasty, flaky white meat.
Pennsylvania offers ideal spots for fishing, whether for food, sport or leisure. The state's waterways provide habitat for bass, salmon, trout, crappie, catfish, striper, panfish and above all, walleye. Walleyes are desired for their tasty, flaky white meat.
Where To Fish For Walleye
The best bodies of water to fish for walleye are deep with sandy or rocky bottoms and shores. Walleye prefer cooler water and are quite cautious, so they go into the deeper cool areas. Ideal locations include Lake Erie, Allegheny Reservoir and River (which holds the state record for largest walleye catch), Shenango River Lake, High Point Reservoir, Blue Marsh Lake, Tamarack Lake, Glendale Lake and Lake Arthur.
What Bait To Use
The good thing about walleye is that they will eat just about anything. Use live bait such as worms, insects, crustaceans and small fish. You can also use crankbaits, spoons, plastic worms, flies or small spinner baits, casting them into deep water with weights to pull them down to the deep areas where walleyes frequent.
Best Walleye Fishing Seasons
Spring is the best time in Pennsylvania to fish for walleye, because it is their spawning season. During this time, they will migrate from lakes upstream to shallow ponds to spawn. Of course, walleye fishing is abundant any time of year, but winter is a slower catching season. In summer, it is best to do night fishing, from sundown to a little past midnight, when it is cooler.
About the Author:
Lauren Wise has more than eight years' experience as a writer, editor, copywriter and columnist. She specializes in food, wine, music and pop culture. Her writing has appeared in various magazines, including "Runway," "A2Z," "Scottsdale Luxury Living" and "True West." Wise holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Arizona State University.
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