Allegheny Reservoir, Pennsylvania Fishing

Location and Fishing Information: The Allegheny Reservoir was created in 1965 with the construction of the Kinzua Dam by the Army Corps of Engineers. It is located in Warren and McKean Counties, Pennsylvania and is sometimes referred to as Lake Perfidy. This body of water covers just over 12,200 acres and has an elevation just over 1,300 feet. It is home to recreational boaters due not only to the scenery but also no horsepower restriction. The waters here are also very good for fishing.

Popular Fishing Species List

There are numerous different species of fish to find on this body of water. So, what type of fish are in this lake? You can find White Crappie, Black Crappie,Channel Catfish, Flathead Catfish, Muskie, Tiger Muskie, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, Rainbow Trout, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye and Largemouth Bass on these waters.

Top Species and Creel Limits

  • Crappie: No Minimum- 50 combined species total
  • Yellow Perch: No Minimum- 50 combined species total
  • Sunfish: No Minimum- 50 combined species total
  • Channel Catfish: No Minimum- 50 combined species total
  • Muskie: Open year-round with a 40 inch minimum and can keep 1
  • Walleye: Jan 1- March 14 / May 2 – Dec 31 15 inch minimum – limit 6
  • White Bass: See PA Summary Book
  • Largemouth Bass: See PA Summary Book
  • Smallmouth Bass: See PA Summary Book

Allegheny Reservoir Fishing Videos

Marinas on this lake

  • Marina Name: Onoville Marina
  • Address: 704 W Perimeter Rd, Steamburg, NY 14783
  • Phone Number: (716) 354-2615
  • HP limit: No Limit
  • Amenities: Camping, Boat Rentals, Boat Ramp
  • Marina Name: Kinzua-Wolf Marina
  • Address: Mead Township, PA 16701
  • Phone Number: (814) 726-1650
  • HP limit: No Limit
  • Amenities: Camping, Boat Rentals, Boat Ramp