Willow Bay
Allegheny Region Tactical Dashboard
Access: Excellent
The northernmost major bay on the PA/NY border. High recreational use with deep water access.
Reservoir
Inland Waters
PFBC Stocked
650 Acres
30' / 80'
Tactical Profile
Primary Habitat: Main channel edges, deep shale banks, and sheltered coves
Target Species: Walleye Smallmouth Bass Channel Catfish
Full Species List: Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Muskellunge, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch, White Bass, Channel Catfish, Carp, White Sucker, Freshwater Drum
Best Strategy: Night fishing for Walleye is highly productive here during the summer months.
Recommended Baits: Nightcrawler harnesses, Deep diving crankbaits
Launch & Access Points
Willow Bay
Paved ramp, docks, camping
Get Directions
Paved ramp, docks, camping
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 |