New Holland Reservoir near East Earl: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Within Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, you have New Holland Reservoir. The water sits 692 feet up. At roughly 7 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Supplies mean a trip to East Earl, 1.7 miles off. It is 46 miles to Allentown, the nearest city. You are close to a county edge here; who manages the access can change within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on New Holland Reservoir

  There is no published depth for this one, so start shallow and work out. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Reported across Lancaster County: largemouth bass, bluegill, white crappie, brown trout and channel catfish. Records at this level tell you what is in the area. Work New Holland Reservoir in sections rather than trying to cover it.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 74°F, while January sits near 28°F. Mild ends to the year keep the season long. In a normal year the cover is thin and short-lived. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to New Holland Reservoir.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. Bass water: a Texas-rigged worm near cover, a spinnerbait when you need to cover ground. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. Robert G Struble Lake at 9 miles is the sensible second choice. What applies at New Holland Reservoir may have changed since it was mapped.