How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Chambersburg, United States ? Today is a poor day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania centers around the productive waters of the Conococheague Creek, nearby Rocky Spring and Letterkenny reservoirs, and a network of small farm ponds. Anglers target trout, bass, panfish, and catfish in a mix of cold-water streams and warm-water lakes, making Chambersburg an excellent year-round fishing destination in south‑central PA. read more...
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Distance to earth:385,767 kmProximity:46.8 %
Moon Phases for Chambersburg
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major Time:05:54 am - 07:54 am
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minor Time:12:05 pm - 02:05 pm
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major Time:06:26 pm - 08:26 pm
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minor Time:11:44 pm - 01:44 am
Current Fishing Weather
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
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Fishing Overview Chambersburg
Fishing in Chambersburg, PA revolves around the Conococheague Creek, a scenic freestone stream, along with several small reservoirs, municipal lakes, and private farm ponds scattered across Franklin County. This mix of cool flowing water and still-water habitats gives anglers plenty of options close to town for trout, bass, panfish, and catfish.
Seasonal patterns drive success around Chambersburg. In early spring, stocked rainbow and brown trout dominate the conversation on Conococheague Creek and its tributaries. Focus on deeper runs, current seams, and undercut banks as water levels drop from spring highs. By late spring and through summer, warm-water fishing peaks in small lakes and ponds: largemouth bass and bluegill slide shallow around weed edges, laydowns, and man‑made structure. Fall brings aggressive feeding from both trout and bass; work faster-moving presentations in creeks and cover water in lakes. Winter fishing slows but remains possible on mild days by targeting deeper holes in the creek and the basin areas of local ponds.
The primary habitat types around Chambersburg are medium-gradient creeks with rock and gravel bottoms, plus silted, stump-filled still waters. On Conococheague Creek, read the water like any classic trout stream: riffle–run–pool sequences, midstream boulders, and soft inside bends all hold fish. In town-adjacent stretches, focus on shaded banks, bridge abutments, and any section where the channel narrows and current accelerates. In ponds and small reservoirs north and east of Chambersburg, look for transition lines—where shallow flats drop quickly into 6–12 feet of water—along with submerged timber, riprap near dams, and patches of emergent vegetation.
Productive techniques are straightforward but should match the conditions. For spring and fall trout, spinning anglers do well with small inline spinners (size 0–2), 1/16–1/8 oz marabou jigs, and 2–3 inch stickbaits fished across seams and into the heads of pools. Fly anglers can work standard freestone patterns: nymphs such as Pheasant Tails and Hare’s Ears under an indicator, with small Woolly Buggers swung through deeper runs. In low, clear summer water, scale down to light line, tiny spoons, and natural-colored patterns.
For bass and panfish in Chambersburg-area ponds, finesse rules. In spring, throw weightless soft stickbaits, 1/8 oz Texas-rigged worms, and compact jigs tight to visible cover. During bright summer afternoons, slide out to the first break and vertically fish small plastics on a drop-shot or simple split-shot rig. Bluegill and pumpkinseed are easily taken on 1/32 oz jigs tipped with soft plastics or live bait under a float; keep presentations subtle and within a foot of cover.
Night and low-light tactics are effective for catfish and larger bass. Channel catfish respond well to cut bait or prepared baits fished on a slip-sinker rig in deeper creek holes and along dam faces. At dawn and dusk, work topwaters—popper plugs, walking baits, and hollow-body frogs—over weedlines and around overhanging trees.
To maximize success in the Chambersburg fishing area, travel light and be mobile. Target moving water for trout and multi-species action during spring and fall, then pivot to the nearby lakes and ponds for consistent bass, panfish, and catfish through the warmer months. Matching lure size and line diameter to the generally clear water, and focusing on current breaks and structural transitions, consistently produces fish around Chambersburg.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Chambersburg area
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Chambersburg. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Falling Spring Branch - 0.21022209715km , Wolf Lake Dam - 0.98318800404km , Rocky Spring Dam - 5.58543357075km , Rocky Spring Branch - 6.46075726511km , Dennis Creek - 6.73963813675km , Lake Letterkenny Dam - 6.94814314232km , Conococheague Island - 7.14475624855km , Mountain Run - 7.37736147286km , Phillaman Run - 7.78691263502km , Keasey Run - 12.4928215584km , Stump Run - 12.98044636418km , Rowe Run - 13.95944474152km , Caledonia Water Company Dam - 14.77256428587km , Back Creek - 15.63749373583km , Rocky Mountain Creek - 15.80094271468km , Raccoon Creek - 15.92667494239km , Carbaugh Run - 16.06249132016km , Furnace Dam - 16.34673637367km , Mains Run - 16.56863185365km , Dothan Run - 16.57515512607km , Hosack Run - 16.74762662592km , Bear Valley Dam - 17.13840193563km , Cedar Lake - 17.30454740486km , Gum Run - 17.40155787199km , Long Pine Run Dam - 17.64060766357km , Birch Run Reservoir Dam - 17.7707268511km , Knob Run - 18.60269144274km , Long Pine Run - 18.96021433014km , Saw Mill Run - 19.28398976269km , McDowells Run - 19.36296263238km , Carbaugh Run Dam - 19.36600753351km , W H Walker - 19.47333462279km , Thomson Creek - 20.09761954456km , McKeldey Run - 20.37702613362km , Pump Run - 20.48143618616km , Middle Spring Creek - 20.55393426488km , Clippingers Run - 20.73835656514km , Bricker Run - 20.83151145901km , Paddy Run - 20.89490348053km , Lippencot Spring Creek - 21.0959013291km
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