Fishing near Allentown, PA

Nearest public waters

Straight-line distance from Allentown. Tap a water for its spot profile.

WaterStateDistanceType
Delaware River
Smallmouth and striped bass.
NJ49 miriver
Lake Hopatcong
Largemouth bass.
NJ50 milake
Susquehanna River
Smallmouth bass.
PA76 miriver
Lums PondDE77 milake
Susquehanna Flats
Spring striped bass.
MD80 mibay
Atlantic Coast (Barnegat)
Striped bass and bluefish.
NJ93 micoast
Delaware Bay
Striped bass and weakfish.
DE111 mibay
Hudson River
Striped bass.
NY112 miriver

All waters in PA

PA license & regulations

Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC)

  • Resident annual: $27.97
  • Non-resident annual: $60.97
  • Source: Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission — 2026 license fee schedule (pa.gov / HuntFishPA). (2026)

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Species nearby

Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.