How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Scranton, United States ? Today is a excellent 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 around Scranton, Pennsylvania centers on the cold, fertile waters of the Lackawanna River, regional trout streams, and nearby Pocono and Endless Mountains lakes. Anglers target stocked and wild trout, warmwater gamefish, and panfish throughout the year, using a wide range of spinning, bait, and fly techniques adapted to Northeastern Pennsylvania’s changing seasons. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:369,423 kmProximity:85.2 %
Moon Phases for Scranton
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major Time:12:41 am - 02:41 am
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minor Time:05:56 am - 07:56 am
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major Time:01:21 pm - 03:21 pm
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minor Time:08:47 pm - 10:47 pm
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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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.
Fishing Barometer
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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.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Scranton
Fishing in Scranton, PA revolves around the revitalized Lackawanna River, a strong network of trout streams, and an easy drive to multi-species lakes and reservoirs. This mix gives Scranton anglers options for trout, bass, walleye, musky, and panfish within a short radius of downtown.
Seasonal patterns drive most tactics. Early spring is prime time on the Lackawanna River and regional creeks, when flows rise and freshly stocked rainbow, brown, and brook trout spread out of stocking points. Cold, slightly stained water calls for small inline spinners, 1/16–1/8 oz marabou jigs, and bait like live minnows or salmon eggs drifted under slim floats. As water clears and warms into late spring, wild and holdover trout slide into deeper riffles and pocket water; fly anglers do well with size 14–18 nymphs, small streamers, and dry flies matched to local mayfly and caddis hatches.
Summer in the Scranton area shifts action to early and late in the day. On the Lackawanna and larger pools, trout become more selective and tuck into shaded seams, undercut banks, and aerated pocket water. Ultralight tackle, 4–6 lb line, and tiny single-hook spinners or soft plastics on 1/32–1/16 oz jig heads excel. At the same time, warmwater opportunities ramp up on nearby lakes and reservoirs, where largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, panfish, and occasionally walleye feed actively at dawn and dusk.
Fall is arguably the most consistent big-fish window. Cooling water re-energizes Lackawanna River trout, which respond to larger streamers, small jerkbaits, and downsized crankbaits worked along current breaks and rock ledges. In regional lakes, bass and walleye push baitfish shallow; suspending jerkbaits, 1/4–3/8 oz lipless crankbaits, and swimbaits slow-rolled along weed edges and main-lake points are reliable producers. Panfish school tightly around remaining green weeds and deep brush, readily hitting small jigs tipped with soft plastics or worms.
Winter fishing around Scranton is dominated by cold-water river trout and, when ice is safe on nearby lakes, through-the-ice panfish, pickerel, and sometimes walleye. On open rivers, slow presentations shine—think small hair jigs or midge patterns drifted close to bottom in slower runs and deep pools.
Key habitats and tactics include:
- Lackawanna River: Focus on riffle-run-pool sequences, rock ledges, and bends. Cast upstream at a 45-degree angle, allow lures to swing naturally, and keep drifts short and controlled to avoid spooking fish in clear water.
- Smaller trout streams: Tight-cover creeks near Scranton are best approached with short, accurate casts and stealth. Use compact rods, keep a low profile, and target plunge pools, undercut roots, and current seams below small waterfalls.
- Lakes and reservoirs: Around Scranton’s regional lakes, search for submerged timber, weedlines, and points. Bass and pickerel hold along transitions where rock meets mud or weeds meet open water. A simple rotation of Texas-rigged soft plastics, spinnerbaits, and medium-diving crankbaits covers most situations.
Practical tips: Downsizing line in clear water, matching lure color to water clarity, and moving frequently until you contact fish are crucial around Scranton. In high, off-color flows, step up line strength and use darker, high-contrast baits; in low, clear conditions, prioritize light fluorocarbon leaders and natural presentations. This flexible, conditions-based approach consistently produces fish across Scranton’s diverse waters.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Scranton area
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Scranton. 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.
Pine Brook (historical) - 0.51654769832km , YMCA Dam - 0.86231815079km , Roaring Brook - 1.05655498664km , Cooling Pond Dam - 1.30454375382km , Stafford Meadow Brook - 1.74036936494km , Meadow Brook - 1.84680805572km , Mountain Lake Run - 2.12219613857km , Lindy Creek - 2.80792670272km , Lucky Run - 2.95174573891km , Leach Creek - 3.75883658359km , Keyser Creek - 4.19820628409km , Leggetts Creek - 4.35268938216km , Lake Scranton Dam - 4.37394221782km , Williams Bridge Dam - 4.53973166522km , Dam Number Two - 4.65031757937km , South Branch Leach Creek - 4.65821975033km , Little Roaring Brook - 4.65941308934km , Clover Hill Creek - 5.10523204432km , PA-5 Dam - 5.40400817298km , Dunmore Number One Dam - 5.66044559474km , Cummings Pond - 6.2542228147km , Price Creek - 6.56084439266km , Number Seven Dam - 6.67671289791km , Pancoast Creek - 6.71432396204km , Rocky Glen Dam - 7.23481398197km , Maple Lake - 7.29620925841km , Dry Valley Run - 7.34407282011km , Glenwood Lake Dam - 7.35554671917km , Interlaken Dam - 7.47984718417km , Giovannini Dam - 7.48443127498km , Stark Dam - 7.50575337644km , Summit Lake Creek - 7.50581644289km , Covey Swamp Creek - 7.55010225085km , Eddy Creek - 7.5779276868km , Covey Dam - 7.76743998256km , Covey Swamp - 7.81189249335km , Hazard Pond - 7.91038132552km , Spring Brook - 8.33089354541km , Hull Creek - 8.38922029235km , Spring Brook Intake Dam - 8.96334143299km
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