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Green Lick Reservoir

Green Lick Reservoir is a reservoir in Pennsylvania, near Fayette County.

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Fish species in Green Lick Reservoir

Green Lick Reservoir covers 100.04 acres in Fayette County. Dependable maximum-depth and storage-volume figures were not found for Green Lick Reservoir, so neither should be estimated from a similarly named lake.

How the Size of Green Lick Reservoir Changes the Fishing

The 100.04 acres at Green Lick Reservoir provide room for several patterns, so it pays to compare the upper end, mid-lake points and the dam side.

Fish and Baits at Green Lick Reservoir

Fish reported from Green Lick Reservoir include black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, common carp, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, and yellow perch.

Bass

When largemouth bass hold tight to cover on Green Lick Reservoir, a compact jig or weedless worm is more useful than repeated open-water casts. Smallmouth at Green Lick Reservoir are better matched with tubes, grubs and crayfish-colored crankbaits on rock or clean points.

Crappie, Perch and Sunfish

Crappie anglers on Green Lick Reservoir should count the jig down beside brush until the holding depth becomes clear. A small float, light line and a piece of worm are enough for Green Lick Reservoir bluegill around cover. Perch anglers on Green Lick Reservoir should stay mobile until several bites come from the same depth.

Walleye and Larger Predators

For Green Lick Reservoir walleye, follow the old channel with a jig or pull a crankbait across the first sharp break.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

For Green Lick Reservoir channel cats, place cut bait or a nightcrawler along the creek channel and give the bait time to work. Common carp in Green Lick Reservoir can be targeted with corn or dough bait on a simple bottom rig.

Seasonal Fishing at Green Lick Reservoir

On Green Lick Reservoir, spring fish often move onto protected banks before the open basin warms. Summer fishing on Green Lick Reservoir is usually best at low light, beside shade or along the outside edge of healthy cover. During fall at Green Lick Reservoir, revisit creek mouths and main points with baitfish-sized lures.

A First-Trip Plan for Green Lick Reservoir

Pick one kind of cover and fish it carefully, then compare it with a second cover type before moving far on Green Lick Reservoir. Then check the original creek route, the dam end and any point on Green Lick Reservoir that reaches toward deeper water.

Green Lick Reservoir FAQs

How large is Green Lick Reservoir?

Green Lick Reservoir covers 100.04 acres.

Which fish should anglers target first at Green Lick Reservoir?

The best first target at Green Lick Reservoir depends on conditions, but walleye, smallmouth bass, and largemouth bass give anglers practical starting options.

Check the evidence

Sources and what they establish

Source dates describe the evidence, not a live catch forecast. Check the managing authority before planning access or keeping fish.

  • Black Crappie — supporting source

    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission — Where to Fish

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Bluegill — supporting source

    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission — Where to Fish

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Channel Catfish — supporting source

    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission lake feature page

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Common Carp — supporting source

    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission — Where to Fish

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission — Where to Fish

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Smallmouth Bass — supporting source

    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission — Where to Fish

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Walleye — supporting source

    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission lake feature page

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Yellow Perch — supporting source

    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission — Where to Fish

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

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