What’s the best bait for trout? It’s a tough question, and that’s a good thing. Today’s trout fisher has a wide range of store-bought trout bait—along with trout lures and trout spinning reels—to ...
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Best trout lures for 2026

Sadly, there's no magic lure that entices trout all the time. What I've found is that the best lure for trout depends on where you're fishing, when you're fishing, and what food source trout are ...
As trout season gets underway across Pennsylvania, anglers are looking forward to the excitement of catching a fish and experts are providing advice on what baits and lures are working the best. Avery ...
With trout season getting underway in Pennsylvania, there are a variety of baits and lures that have proven to be successful that should be part of your tackle box and work well beyond opening day.
There are lots of different ways to catch lake trout, but the key to consistency is knowing the best techniques and lures to use based on the current conditions and the fish’s patterns and preferences ...
Striped bass are prowling the south half of the lake. Jon Conklin, fishing guide, recommends fishing in the Prairie Creek area and farther south into the White and War Eagle river tributaries. The ...
Lake trout might be the ultimate winter trophy. A tangle with one of these denizens of the deep is not soon forgotten. Lake trout fight with spirit and are always game for a battle in winter’s cold ...
Austin Kennedy, fishing guide, said trout are biting well on prepared baits. Small jerk baits or Rooster Tails are good lure ...
Live bait like minnows, worms, and PowerBait in natural colors are effective for catching trout. Artificial lures such as Rooster Tails, Panther Martins, and spoons can also be successful, with color ...