CVTU Fishing Trips
Looking for new places to fish, new fishing partners, or opportunities to improve your skills on the water? CVTU Fishing Trips offer anglers of all experience levels the chance to explore some of Pennsylvania’s most productive fisheries while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
Throughout the year, Cumberland Valley Trout Unlimited organizes a variety of fishing outings that showcase the incredible diversity of angling opportunities available across Pennsylvania. From coldwater trout streams and tailwaters to legendary Smallmouth Bass rivers and Lake Erie Steelhead tributaries, our trips are designed to help anglers discover new waters, learn new techniques, and build lasting friendships.
Best of all, our fishing trips are open to everyone. You do not need to be a member of Trout Unlimited to participate. Whether you’re a lifelong angler, a beginner looking to learn, or someone simply interested in spending time outdoors, you’ll find a welcoming community ready to help you enjoy the experience.
Upcoming CVTU Fishing Trips
June 20
Join CVTU for a day of trout fishing on Pennsylvania's renowned Tulpehocken Creek tailwater below Blue Marsh Lake. Open to all anglers.
July 18
Float one of Pennsylvania's premier smallmouth bass rivers with CVTU. Join fellow anglers for a scenic day on the Juniata River from Thompsontown to Greenwood Access.
August 8
Experience one of the Mid-Atlantic's most legendary smallmouth bass fisheries. Join CVTU for a scenic float and fishing adventure on the Susquehanna River.
November 15 - November 18
Experience the thrill of battling powerful steelhead on Pennsylvania's famous Lake Erie tributaries. Join CVTU for one of the most exciting fishing adventures of the year.
2026 CVTU Fishing Trip Schedule
Tulpehocken Creek Trout Fishing Trip
June 20, 2026
Fish one of Pennsylvania’s premier tailwater trout fisheries below Blue Marsh Lake. The Tulpehocken Creek offers cold, nutrient-rich flows that support excellent populations of brown and rainbow trout. This trip is ideal for anglers interested in tailwater fishing, nymphing, and trout tactics.
Juniata River Float Trip
July 18, 2026
Join us for a scenic float on one of Pennsylvania’s most respected Smallmouth Bass rivers. The Juniata River provides excellent bass fishing, beautiful scenery, and miles of public access. Participants will float approximately eight miles while targeting hard-fighting Smallmouth Bass.
Susquehanna River Float Trip
August 8, 2026
Experience one of the most legendary warmwater fisheries in the Mid-Atlantic. Floating the Susquehanna River and catching Smallmouth Bass is a uniquely Pennsylvania experience that belongs on every angler’s bucket list.
Erie Steelhead Trip
November 15–18, 2026
Travel with fellow anglers to Pennsylvania’s Lake Erie tributaries in pursuit of Steelhead. These powerful migratory rainbow trout provide some of the most exciting freshwater fishing opportunities available anywhere on the East Coast.
Open to Everyone
One of the goals of our fishing trip program is to introduce more people to fishing and conservation. All trips are open to the public, and we encourage participants to invite friends, family members, coworkers, and anyone interested in learning more about fishing.
Many participants attend their first trip knowing nobody and quickly become part of an active community of anglers who continue fishing together long after the trip ends.
Stay Connected
Trip schedules, meeting locations, and fishing conditions can change based on weather, stream flows, water temperatures, and seasonal opportunities. New trips may also be added throughout the year.
For the latest updates, fishing reports, trip announcements, and last-minute changes, we encourage everyone to join the CVTU Fishing Community on WhatsApp.
Through the WhatsApp group, anglers can:
- Receive real-time trip updates
- Coordinate carpooling and logistics
- Share fishing reports and photos
- Ask questions about gear and techniques
- Connect with fellow participants before and after trips
Supporting Conservation Through Recreation
CVTU Fishing Trips are about more than catching fish. Every outing helps strengthen the community of anglers who support conservation, habitat restoration, youth education, and public access initiatives throughout the Cumberland Valley and beyond.
By bringing people together on the water, we create opportunities to share our passion for fishing while fostering appreciation for the rivers, streams, and fisheries that make Pennsylvania one of the nation’s premier fishing destinations.
We invite you to join us for an upcoming trip and experience the best fishing Pennsylvania has to offer.
