That depends on three main factors; skill level, weather, and water conditions. Experienced fishermen will most likely catch fish very quickly here.  Beginners will usually take longer.

The trout bite quicker when it is cool out, and the water is cool.  Spring temperatures favor trout.  Bass bite quicker as the weather gets warmer, but also more in the morning and evening hours.

 

 

Visit Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes

Address 2668 Route 115 Effort, PA 18330
Mailing Address P.O. Box 584 Effort, PA 18330
Call us  570-629-0427

We have everything you need for a great day of fishing. We open early March and close in late November annually. Fish are available for stocking year round from our hatchery.

2025 Hours of Operation

Thursday – Sunday: 8am to 4pm