How to Get Started

The water is waiting for you. Choose your adventure and follow our simple guides.

What to Know About Fishing

Going fishing in PA is easy, whether it’s your first time, your first time in years, or your first time since last week.

Learn About Fishing

What to Know About Paddling

Hopping on or in a kayak, canoe or paddleboard is a fun, easy and inexpensive way to get out and experience what Pennsylvania’s waterways have to offer.

Learn About Paddling

Tips for Families

Catch your biggest fish, boat on new waters and make unforgettable family memories.

Tips for the Fam

Fishing and...

Double the fun by pairing fishing with another great outdoor activity or experience.

Plan a Trip

Get Your Fishing License

Whether you like to hike near them, camp near them, boat on them or go fishing – your Pennsylvania Fishing license is your ticket to experience Pennsylvania waterways.

Get a License