The PFBC does not recommend that anglers trespass to gain access to the River or their favorite fishing spots. At the same time, the PFBC does want the railroad to adopt a reasonable and tolerant approach that focuses on safety while permitting meaningful access. The complaints and inquiries we've received thus far have all been in the Harrisburg area, but we suspect the problem is more widespread. We have received most of the complaints about access to the Susquehanna River, in the Perdix area in particular. These spots are very popular with bass anglers, and they've been used for years essentially with no problems.
Every action sparks a reaction.
As anglers have been driven from locations they've used safely and without problems for years, it has caused some reaction from landowners. We've gotten reports of landowners posting properties that have been open in the past. The Fish and Boat Commission wants to work with all interested parties to fashion an approach that can clarify this situation. When a similar situation arose several years ago in the northcentral part of the state, an informal approach was developed that has worked safely and satisfactorily. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Privacy Policy Click here to send email to the Fish and Boat Commission's Webmaster.