Things to Do. The commission stocked Dutch Fork with channel catfish, crappies and bluegills. You may be trying to access this site from a secured browser on the server. 7826-7836 Ontelaunee Rd Kempton, PA 19529. Leaser Lake is a 117-acre impoundment on Jacksonville Branch of the Ontelaunee Creek, a tributary of Maiden Creek located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Author Topic: Leaser Lake (Read 1541 times) crappie120. It used to have a cool, partially oxygenated thermocline, but that may not exist later this summer with all of the decomposing terrestrial vegetation in the lake. Artificial worms in dark colors have been working well in deeper water. A 91-acre lake in Washington County, Dutch Fork was drawn down in 2004 and didnt get refilled until 13. This 540 acre park is owned in part by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and in part by Lehigh County. ft. open concept suite has a private entrance. stocked the lake with Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Muskellunge, Walleye and White Crappie fingerling. The lake was created in 1970 by the state Fish and Boat Commission for purposes of recreation. There are 116 acres with plenty of shoreline. Plus we've got , Pennsylvania's trout stocking season is here, and its trout season is close. Anglers are catching Hybrid Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike throughout the Reservoir. Some fish remained in the remnant pool that existed during that time. Right off the ramp on the right is a shallow weeded cove, just perfect for those trophies. After years of being managed as a catch-and-release fishery for most species, anglers may have the opportunity to harvest bass, panfish and other species from Leaser Lake starting in 2022. There is a disabled-access boat launch as well! It released walleyes five times between 2008 and 2014. Their catch rate exceeded statewide guidelines for total bass and bass longer than 12 and 15 inches. All other fishing is on a catch-and-release basis, so populations of warmwater and coolwater fish like largemouth bass, bluegills, crappies and muskies can re-establish themselves. Those fisheries are improving. Anglers who are familiar with Leaser Lake are asked to suggest changes using the link above. With the creek being low and clear, anglers are shifting focus to Smallmouth Bass. After several dozen casts, I moved on to try the different shoreline. If anybody is interested on how the lake is doing,I was over there this morning and the lake bottom has water in it and it's starting to look. These accesses are paid for and intended for anglers and boaters exclusively. IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Meeting Minutes, Club Chit-Chat, and Fishing Reports will be listed if you are a member of Chapter 50. Our LAKESIDE CARRIAGE HOUSE, built in 2009, is perfect for a quiet vacation or your outdoor adventure. A reminder that Shenango Reservoir is now designated as a Panfish Enhancement Lake. Anglers are catching Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, catfish, Bowfin, and Walleye using artificial lures and crankbaits. Start by casting your line where the fish are. In a peaceful, rural region of southeastern Pennsylvania, adventurers will find the scenic 117-acre Leaser Lake. LEASER LAKE PARK Ice fishing- Leaser Lake 1,075 views Feb 4, 2018 10 Dislike Share Save RIPPIN LIPZ PA 522 subscribers 1st trip to Leaser Lake ice fishing this year with my dad. Please text 484 221-1522 to book your reservation. Is the lake at full pool, and how late into the summer can you fish due to the temperature? Send us a message with any comments, questions, or scheduling concerns. Quick trip to Leaser Lake with my son Jeremy today to get into some Leaser Lake Musky. I used to fish that lake alot when it was full. Crappie must be 9 inches to harvest and the creel limit is 20. Muskies Inc Chapter 50 Home; Our Portfolio; MI50 Events; Forum; Login; Forum. Walleye will eat trout too. If your concern is stress on the fish, use heavier tackle, land the fish quickly, unhook them in the water, and forego the out of the water pics and maybe the in-water pics if the surface temp is hot. 3:38PM. Those fisheries are improving. Address: Route 143, Jackson Village | Kempton, PA 19529 Get Directions. In the past decade-plus, dozens of lakes around Pennsylvania were drained dewatered, they call it to allow for repairs to their dams. I didn't know this place existed and I am only about an hour away. The upper reaches from New Hamburg Bridge to the gas pipeline is now designated as Trout Stocked Waters Open to Year-round Fishing. Again Just a theory. The news isnt as good with some other species. Leaser Lake, the county's one and only lake, was drained years ago for a repair project. Since temperatures are dropping, thought it might be a good time to try for some Muskies. LEASER LAKE Located in Lehigh County, Leaser Lake is a 117-acre impoundment owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and managed by the Fish and Boat Commission for public fishing and boating. For the muskies I was throwing 5 inch suspending jerkbaits. Wear good shoes! Favorite Bass: All three. Lehigh County, PA. Ice Fishing sunrise tomorrow. Rental must be paid before launch. The lake is owned by the Commonwealth and managed by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC). Leaser Lake March 19 2022. went up last year and took pics from the ground. Indeed, in many cases, they go years between looks. View Map Find Local Fishing Spots on the Interactive Map! Each week or so over the next few months, well provide the lowdown on the latest fisheries surveys from across Pennsylvania. They could range from 10- to 14-inches long at the time of stocking in comparison to the 7- to 10-inch lengths of the past.. Tagged: Fish, Keep, Lake, Leaser. I will certainly take a water temp since I have made that a habit this year after I picked up a thermometer. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. of Conservation and Natural Resources). It requires time to build a fishery. To be used at the lake, boats must be registered or have a valid launch permit (permits are issued by the Commission or PA Dept. Kaufmann notes Leasers muskie fishery got off to a good start due to the strong forage base that developed quickly in the lake. Chain pickerel are thriving, as well. The news is not all bad. The news is not all bad. For the past two years, Leaser Lake has been stocked with trout for the state's spring trout season. Indeed, in many cases, they go years between looks. A watercraft of some type would be beneficial as there is a lot of near-shore timber emerging from the water. A lake is a landscape's most beautiful and expressive feature. Fish and Boat Commission biologists sampled the lake in 2015 and again in 2018. The good news is, theres a way to pin that down. This means you can fish year-round in this section of water; however, you must have a trout stamp. A 117-acre impoundment in Lehigh County, it was drawn down in 2008. Leaser Lake is a man-made lake located near the village of Jacksonville in Lynn . Frog & Toad Photos Doable from the banks, but better off in a boat to cover more water. Ive thrown lures and had a muskie take the lure almost as soon as it hit the water, says the Perkiomenville resident, whos been fishing for the hard-fighting fish for nearly 30 years. Now its at the pool level that it was for the last couple of years. Keystone State. On HookandBullet, we invite you to share your knowledge with others - what tackle is working, what fish . The Fish and Boat Commission refilled it in 2015 and stocked it with a host of species, including tiger and purebred muskies, chain pickerel, channel catfish, largemouth bass, walleyes, white crappies, yellow perch, brown bullsheads and bluegills. Streames are also a great option given the current conditions. There are so many hidden gems in our beautiful mountains and I love finding them, exploring them and sharing the beauty I find. In the late evening hours, anglers report they are having success catching Muskies from the North Launch using top water lures and large spinner baits. Basslyfe911 We have heard of and seen photos of tiger muskellunge 50 to 51 inches long, which is tremendous growth since 2013.. You are using an out of date browser. 2017. - John Gierach. The lake was built for recreational use and opened to the public in 1971. Completed July, 2012. Go down to the "Everything Else" section, there you will find a tutorial for posting pictures, it's in the pinned section near the top of page. Leaser Lake (Lehigh County) Muskies were active and hitting on large spoons, jerkbaits, and . Display as a link instead, That puts an end to existing fisheries, of course. This is not a reservation site. The lake is part of a 540 acre park which is owned in part by the PFBC and in . While no fish other than trout may be kept from the lake at this time due to the rebuilding fishery, the water has been producing good numbers of muskies for the past few years, making it a destination for anglers from near and far. Re: Leaser Lake to be fixed? It took me forever but I learned a very valuable lesson in life. The 780 sq. Fish and Boat crews stocked additional fish later. Created by means of a dam constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1948, the lake has a dual purpose: electricity production and flood control. Survey work looking at those species last year discovered that 92 percent of bluegills were 7 inches or longer, while 78 percent of perch and 75 percent of black crappies were 9 inches or loner. Unresolved: Release in which this issue/RFE will be addressed. Clear editor. 2020 Fishing Licenses are now available for purchase Click here to purchase. Get your fishing license ONLINE! Map Directions Satellite Photo Map Wikipedia Once your reservation is confirmed, link will be sent for payment. All other uses, such as tubing to or from these properties, are prohibited. Village of Jackson / Lynn Township. RELATED PAGES: Current WW/CW Stocking. 2016 "Last Chance Water" 2016. How do you post pictures in this forum? Fixed: Release in which this issue/RFE has been fixed.The release containing this fix may be available for download as an Early Access Release or a General Availability Release. In a healthy lake a Muskie should reach 40 inches at the age of 12 years. Its producing some good fishing now, though. Subsequently, 300 large fingerling (10") tiger muskies were stocked in 2016. The lake is owned by the Commonwealth and managed by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission [11] (PFBC). Wasn't huge but was still awesome for me! By So those 8 and 9 inchers that PA trout stocking is usually "famous" for and I think they will stock it with feeder golden shiners too, will be prey for bass and musky. In the hot days of summer, anglers have been catching Bluegills and Largemouth Bass in the Lehigh Canal in Bethlehem. There was a successful tripa fellow caught his first muskellunge (a tiger). But they have a ways to go. Normally a 117 acre impoundment, dam safety concerns required that the lake be drawn down to 40 acres in 1999. The lake supports at least a moderate population, Kauffmann said, with fish in the 19- to 24-inch range most common. Leaser Lake, a PA Fish & Boat Commission no-swimming-lake is the only navigable lake in Lehigh County and about :30 hrs from Allentown or the Lehigh Valley exit of the PA NE Turnpike aka I-476. From what I have seen the absolute limit is said to be 80* or else you will kill the fish. Total Budget. Resorts, camps and lodges on the top lakes are listed. Yes! $105,400. Snake Photos For Sabia, the chance to pursue muskellunge on Leaser is a new challenge, one that he readily embraces. Favorite Lake or River Kansas:Largemouth-La Cygne, Smallmouth-Milford, Spots-Wilson State Lake. Decided to grab the kayaks and head out early. Strong survival is expected from 10" and longer fingerlings. Good technique and local knowledge may be your ticket to catching trout. The tiger's are the tale at Leaser Lake. But if you want to catch fish, youve got to know what waters the fish call home and in what sizes and numbers. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data. Salamanders of PA Biologists didnt catch any shad in a survey of the creek upstream of the lake in 2016. Musky Plan Target CPUE "High Quality" CPUE "Last Chance 2014 Water" 2016. Your email address will not be published. Leaser Lake, Pennsylvania Fishing Report. Since temperatures are dropping, thought it might be a good time to try for some Muskies. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Leaser Lake is a man-made lake located near the village of Jacksonville in Lynn Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. I am 98 percent a muskie fisherman, says Sabia, who gets out about 50 times a year for the fish. 1 stars. I am new to this website. Perhaps abundant black crappie and bluegill populations can coexist and continue to provide anglers with a high quality and diverse fishing experience, Arnold said. Well, heres a tip. December 1, 2014 in Other Fish Species. NOW what do you think a muskie is going to eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner? It is also a town of two extreme contrasts. Others the club has released fish into include Tuscarora Lake in Schuylkill County, Kaercher Creek Lake in Berks County and Lake Nockamixon in Bucks County, as well as the Lehigh, Delaware and Schuylkill rivers. An unusually large bass from Opossum Lake.Photo: PA FIsh and Boat Commission. The lake supports at least a moderate population, Kauffmann said, with fish in the 19-to-24-inch range most common. Near show was far too much weed, so I had to work just off the weed line in deeper water. This site is used for checkout after you have a confirmed reservation from our office via phone or text. Over the past dozen years Muskies Inc., with the support of the PFBC, has stocked pure muskies in several area waters starting with Chester Countys Marsh Creek Lake in 2006. . The lake also holds largemouth bass and chain pickerel, though few of the latter exceed 18 inches. With the new lake environment, they reproduced quite well immediately as the lake was filled. If he's tired of eating trout which taste like crap he might take a perch that is curising around on an open flat. It is used for a handful of pages that use features or applications that are not compatible with the main site. Logged catches. Home United States Pennsylvania Berks County Park Leaser Lake Park. Leaser Lake. nice pic of a nice area. None within several hours drive for me though, I said the same thing years ago when I found out the guppy cops were stocking Francis Slocum Lake with 9 inch trout. Mike, as you know, I am looking to start for musky. The creek is currently flowing slightly above average due to recent rainfall and the water temperature is in the low 60s. Print this out if'n yer going! Turtle Photos 10 reviews. Fifty-two percent of the white crappies and 19 percent of the blacks exceeded 9 inches. Eighty-two percent of white crappies, 71 percent of black crappies and 63 percent of bluegills are shorter than minimum quality sizes, says a commission report. They showed up, albeit in low numbers, in a survey done this past spring. With the parking lot in sight, he continues to cast toward shore, hoping for one final strike. Since temperatures are dropping, thought it might be a good time to try for some Muskies. Leaser Lake is a man-made lake located near the village of Jacksonville in Lynn Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. I just hope that the PFBC doesn't short change us like they did when they opened it last time. I don't currently have any watercraft to get around with and probably wont for a little while. Confucius-esque, almost. Location. Kauffmann said there are good numbers of bass longer than 15 inches. Anglers are reporting consistent success using jigs and squarebill crankbaits near areas that have the best cover. The Leaser Lake Heritage Foundation has created a fishing map of Leaser Lake which includes lake depth and habitat structure information. Reply #1 on: Nov 10, 2006, 12:04 PM Yep, there was a nice article in the morning call a couple of weeks ago, they said theres even extra money built in in case of cost over-runs. Resolved: Release in which this issue/RFE has been resolved. During the period of June 15th through Labor Day, the daily creel limit is three (3) combined species of trout AND minimum size limit is nine (9) inches. None of those stockings took root, however, and that effort is discontinued. 316 reviews. Then it is back into the net or tailed for recovery until it gets active and the fish is on it's way. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Bass are like toddlers, they stick anything in their mouth that fits. Page created in 0.038 seconds with 25 queries. I really wish the pa fish comm would stock more muskys and northerns but with all the attention that's drawn to the stocking truck when it shows up I doubt we will see much change in what they do,trout season is a big money maker for the state and that's all well and good but some fish worth catching would be nice to,nothing cracks me up more than when they stock a locale state park by me with trout in the winter and its a mad dash to see who can drill there holes as close to the hole they stock the fish in,I just have to laugh. Yellow perch are scarce. The lake itself is approximately 518 acres and 43 ft at its deepest point. Leaser Lake is used for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboats. So its a win win in my book. This is not a reservation site. Trip Overview. Access for shore fishing is good. I will make sure to treat them like trout. My buddy and i rented a plane this summer and took arial photos of the lake. Amphibians & Reptiles FAQ. It can be chaos when a muskie hits thats the fun of it.. Analyses of several lakes in that category over the past year show that, while all are progressing to various degrees, it will take years for them to totally recover. At Leaser Lake, anglers are catching Muskies in the early morning from the West Launch using deep diving crank baits and shiners. The shop is a short drive from the lake and is stocked with bait and tackle for your next fishing outing. stocks the lake with trout a number of times throughout the year. Its been a year or so since I last communicated with you. Me too! Want to keep up to date with all our latest news and information? by Pocono Outdoors Guy | Oct 11, 2020 | Fishing Blog | 1 comment. Harvesting fish other than stocked trout has been prohibited since the lake in Lynn Township, Lehigh County, reopened to fishing in 2013. We borrowed it from our children and we must be careful to use it in their interests as well as our own. A 91-acre lake in Washington County, Dutch Fork was drawn down in 2004 and didnt get refilled until 2013. 'Be patient and calm - for no one can catch fish in anger.'. Muskie stockings started at Leaser in 2013, the first year fish were released into the water as it was being refilled following the completion of a $3.5-million construction project to rebuild. At least for largemouth bass. This 540 acre park is owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and in part by Lehigh County. fished it as they were draining it. Sun times displayed in Central Standard Time. Comments, Tiger muskies are doing well in Leaser Lake.Photo: Wikimedia Commons. That ranks among the longest dry spells statewide. Biologists didnt catch any shad in a survey of the creek upstream of the lake in 2016. What are you throwing. He attributed that to low reproductive success too many are getting eaten by bluegills and so he requested an additional bass stocking this year. Largemouth bass fishing should continue to be excellent and only improve as the population of bass increases in this impoundment, he said. Biologists did nighttime electrofishing to sample the bass population this past spring. Missouri:Largemouth-Hazel Creek Lake, Smallmouth-Elk River, Spots-Table Rock. It released walleyes five times between 2008 and 14. Fishing looks to be not very active with peak fishing times around 11 AM - 12 PM and 5-7 PM. I did look for some properity in the area to move to. Reach him at 412-838-5148 or bfrye@535mediallc.com. Both are seeing changes because of the coronavirus. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. As a newbie to Leaser, Sabia says he is already impressed by what hes seen. Frozen Leaser Lake - Round 2 - YouTube 0:00 / 11:28 Frozen Leaser Lake - Round 2 RIPPIN LIPZ PA 531 subscribers Subscribe 7 563 views 5 years ago LEASER LAKE PARK 2nd ice fishing trip. Easy access from any of the parking areas. Refilled Lake. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. The stocked trout are cruising around aimlessly with out a fear. While the PFBC stocked both golden and spotfin shiners early on, nature also lent a helping hand. Common species are: Trout Striped bass Largemouth and smallmouth bass Walleye Muskellunge Perch Below the dam, Pohopoco Creek is stocked with trout. Let's face it, there's a lot we can learn and share from one another like what bait or lure is generating the best results. Each week or so over the next few months, well provide the lowdown on the latest fisheries surveys from across Pennsylvania. Its the size, the mystique, the train accident that happens every time a fish hits your lure. The Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission is tweaking its muskellunge stocking plans to ensure the muskie fishery remains strong for years to come.Mark Demko | For lehighvalleylive.com. Sign up for our email list for updates, promotions, and more. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. Leaser in the revolutionary war was making a . Free parking. The Fish and Boat Commission refilled it in 2015 and stocked it with a host of species, including tiger and purebred muskies, chain pickerel, channel catfish, largemouth bass, walleyes, white crappies, yellow perch, brown bullsheads and bluegills. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. Anglers can catch and keep stocked trout from the lake. The bass just swam away with the trout sticking out of its mouth. sunrise tomorrow. That ranks among the longest dry spells statewide. Gouldsboro Lake supports exceptional bluegill and yellow perch populations, while also exhibiting consistent good abundance of black crappie, said area fisheries manager Dave Arnold. Despite their angling reputation as great fighters, I do not consider them to be a "tough fish" when being handled. And weve got them. Chain pickerel are thriving as well. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Tiger muskellunge are abundant, and angler catches are common, with lengths of fish reported having already reached 51 inches since 2013. moon phase. Streamers and poppers are currently working well to target these hard fighting fish. It was a good bass lake a decade ago. There is a fishing pier at the midpoint of the lake in the Day Use Area and an ADA accessible fishing platform near the Haycock Boat Launch. Biologists didnt find any walleyes in their survey work and only one channel catfish. 2010. 6 reviews. The 117-acre lake provides fishing from boats or shore, and a 4 mile trail around the lake provides beautiful views and nature study, as well as seasonal . - Herbert Hoover. SEE MORE. 11 reviews. Ive seen a number of fish, and if youre seeing and catching fish then to me its got to be a pretty decent lake, Sabia says.