Number Two Reservoir Fishing near Washington, Pennsylvania

• Overview

  Number Two Reservoir is listed under Washington County, Pennsylvania. What surrounds it is farm and woodlot. At roughly 4 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Washington lies 1.8 miles from the water. East Washington is 2.2 miles and Wolfdale 2.6 miles. The county line is nowhere near, so one local authority covers the water.

• Where to Fish on Number Two Reservoir

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Washington County records list bluegill, black crappie and largemouth bass among the fish reported. Records at county level tell you what is around, not what is stocked here. Number Two Reservoir fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-run averages give July about 72°F and January about 28°F. In milder years the surface never sets. Some winters give nothing at all, so plan for open water. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. Expect Number Two Reservoir to follow that timing. After heavy rain, give the water a day to settle.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. You can leave the car about half a mile from the water. There are toilets mapped about half a mile away. Largemouth respond to soft plastics tight to cover; go weedless where the growth is heavy. Check locally before you travel, because a wasted drive is a long one. Barbless rules turn up on managed water more often than not. Number One Reservoir at 0.1 miles is the sensible second choice. Check the current arrangement for Number Two Reservoir.