Get a Fishing License

A Pennsylvania Fishing license is your ticket to experience Pennsylvania waterways.
Review these tips before purchasing your fishing license.

Buy Online

Visit us at HuntFish.PA.gov to buy fishing licenses and launch permits for paddling.
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Which License / Permit do I need?

Everyone needs a fishing license in order to fish, but what about fishing permits? Check out which we would recommend.
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Learn more about how you can directly support our work in enhancing habitat, protecting waterways, saving threatened and endangered species and so much more.
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Want to Learn?

Find a free training or other event near you.

March 25, 2025

Virtual Intro to Crappie Fishing

Time: 7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Cost:
April 1, 2025

Virtual Intro to Bass Fishing

Time: 7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Cost:
March 21, 2025

Women’s Steelhead Fishing Program

Time: 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Cost:
March 22, 2025

Women’s Steelhead Fishing Program

Time: 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Cost:
March 23, 2025

Women’s Steelhead Fishing Program

Time: 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Cost: