Tionesta Lake
Allegheny Region Tactical Dashboard
Access: Limited
480-acre winding waterway with high turbidity.
Lake
Inland Waters
PFBC Stocked
480 Acres
15' / 45'
Tactical Profile
Primary Habitat: Standing timber and massive stump fields
Target Species: Muskellunge Walleye Black Crappie
Full Species List: Black Crappie, Muskellunge, Walleye, Crayfish, White Bass, Freshwater Drum
Best Strategy: Figure-eight for Musky; target wood for Spring Crappie.
Recommended Baits: 8-inch Glide baits, Pink/White Jigs
Launch & Access Points
Tionesta Dam (USACOE)
Paved ramp
Get Directions
Paved ramp
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 |