Bear Lake
Allegheny Region Tactical Dashboard
Access: Good
A unique natural glacial lake located in the far NW corner of Warren County. High water clarity.
Lake
Inland Waters
Wild/Native
38 Acres
15' / 30'
Tactical Profile
Primary Habitat: Glacial kettle formation with steep drop-offs and sandy/mucky bottom mix
Target Species: Largemouth Bass Northern Pike Panfish
Full Species List: Bluegill, Brown Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Crayfish
Best Strategy: Fish the steep eastern shoreline drop-offs for Bass; Pike frequent the northern weed beds.
Recommended Baits: Live Shiners, Spinnerbaits, Deep-diving Crankbaits
Launch & Access Points
Bear Lake Launch
Gravel area
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Gravel area
2026 Season Outlook
| Species | PA (PFBC) | NY (DEC) |
|---|---|---|
| Trout | Apr 4 | Apr 1 |
| Walleye | May 2 | May 1 |
| Bass | Jun 13 | Jun 15 |
| Northern Pike | Jan 1 | May 1 |
| Muskellunge | Jan 1 | Jun 1 |
| Yellow Perch | Jan 1 | Jan 1 |
| Catfish | Jan 1 | Jan 1 |