If you ask this question to 30 different people, you will likely get 30 different answers.  Worms and a bobber are the typical set-up here, and on most days anglers find success.  On hot days lures that move and mimic prey can work better.

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